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We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Team Leader based in Balham, SW12. 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 40 hours per week plus sleep ins. Previous experience as a senior is essential and you will need previous experience supporting children in a residential setting along with your Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare. If you are looking to 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 £32,000 - £34,000 per year plus sleep-ins paid at £50.

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:

• Annual leave that increases with service.
• Enrolment onto a level 5 qualification.
• Progression opportunities

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

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

REF: 3594487

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in East Croydon, London. 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 managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in residential childcare and at least 2 years in a senior role.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £51,000.

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:

• Real career progression with funded training
• Competitive bonus scheme
• A chance to join a growing provider of children's services

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: 3594497

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Trainee Registered Manager based in Billingham. 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 to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress into a Registered Manager within six months of starting the role.

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 Residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £38,000 - £42,000 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:

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

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

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

REF: 3594472

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Clinical Psychologist to join a neuro inpatients service in South Wales.

Role snapshot:
The candidate appointed will be joining a well-established MDT who provide integrated care and treatment for adult service users with complex neuropsychiatric conditions, typically with associated challenging behaviour. Presentations may include dementia, Huntingtons disease, alcohol-related brain damage, and acquired brain injury.

The successful candidate will deliver psychological input within a neuropsychology and dementia context, but there will also be an opportunity to work with severe and enduring mental health, forensic histories and learning disabilities.

Contract type – permanent
Hours – both part time and full time will be considered.
Salary - £49,387 - £57,528 FTE

Experience required:
Psychologists applying will have experience working within a neuropsychological service or older peoples services. HCPC registration is required, those due to qualify in 2026 are encouraged to apply.

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

In addition, you will be working with Vicky Stark, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 11 years of experience recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry.

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: 3591708

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Support Worker based in Stafford . 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 39 hours per week plus sleep ins. 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 up to £32,000 (Inclusive of sleep ins)

As a Residential Children's 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:

• Condensed working week
• Brilliant internal progression opportunities
• Opportunity to complete a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift

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

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

Ref: 3095188

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in King's Lynn, Norfolk. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children presenting with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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 up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience.

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:

• 33 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays)
• Annual leave purchase
• Additional service-related holiday from 2 years
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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: 3589347

Shire Healthcare are working with a reputable and leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a Psychological Therapist to be based in a new school opening in September 2026 in the Greater Manchester area.

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 who work with pupils and residents (6-16 yrs old). This role will be based across specialist schools, children’s homes and integrated provisions. The post holder will be working across care and educational settings helping to develop trauma informed practice.

Contract type – permanent (52 week working)

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

Term time salary - £37602-£45,426 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will have HCPC registration or BACP accreditation along with experience working with young people who present with neurodevelopmental needs such as Autism, SEMH, ADHD and learning disabilities. Those who are working towards accreditation 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 Vicky Stark, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 11 years of experience, recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry.

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: 3588356

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 a new school opening in September 2026 in the Greater Manchester area.

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 in a specialist school, working collaboratively with children’s homes and integrated provisions.

Contract type – permanent and term time

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

Term time salary - £54,584 - £64,058 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 Vicky Stark a healthcare recruitment consultant with 11 years of experience recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry.

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: 3588347

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to 4 children with EBD within a children's home.

This is a permanent position.

Pay: £12.75 with sleep in's paid at £105.00.

Shifts: 3 shifts per week 8am till 10pm.

1 or 2 sleep in's per week.

DRIVING LICENSE ESSENTIAL and Over 21 years old.

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:

• Employee assistance programme.
• Perk box - high street discounts.
• 28 days holiday.

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

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

REF: 3473191

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Practitioner Psychologist to work within a specialist inpatient service in West Yorkshire.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be working with both adult and older adult service users who present with severe and enduring mental health conditions, challenging behaviours who may also have memory related issues. The post holder will work across a rehab and recovery ward and a neurocognitive dementia service offering bespoke packages of care.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 3 days per week, 9-5 (22.5 hrs p/w)

Salary - £48,250 -58,250 FTE

Experience required:

Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration and experience working with complex mental health and memory related issues.

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.

We 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: 3095546

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 Mundesley, Norfolk.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children presenting with emotional behavioural difficulties within a children's home.

Rate of pay: £29,000 - £30,000 per year including £64.65 per hour per sleep in. (2 sleep in's per month)

Hours:
7am - 3pm

2.30pm - 11pm

NO SPONSORSHIP OFFERED.

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 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:

• Paid enrollment on to Level 3 residential childcare.
• Good, supportive employers.
• Progression pathway to Seniors / Team leaders.

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: 3584041

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 Mundesley, Norfolk.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD within a solo bed 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 plus sleep in's.

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.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £31,000 - £33,000 including £64.00 per sleep. On average 5 sleep in's per month.

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 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: 3584032

We are supporting a forward-thinking, innovative children’s residential provider who are seeking a Registered Manager to oversee a 2* bed EBD home* in Shirebrook, Derbyshire. This is a great opportunity to lead an established home within a caring and supportive organisation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Leading the day-to-day management of a 2-bed EBD children’s home.
• Ensuring each young person has an individualised care plan reflecting their emotional, educational, social, cultural, therapeutic and health needs.
• Regularly reviewing and updating placement plans.
• Allocating Key Workers and overseeing the effective delivery of care plans.
• Building strong working relationships with families, carers, local authorities and external professionals.
• Overseeing budgets and ensuring cost-effective service delivery.
• Ensuring staffing levels and staff competencies meet the needs of the young people.
• Ensuring all new staff receive a full induction and ongoing personal development plan.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legislation, regulations and best practice in residential childcare.
• Providing strong leadership, professional supervision and support to the staff team.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme
• 35 Days annual leave
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times) and some WFH
• Opportunity to grow within a smaller, ambitious provider
• Autonomy to shape the ongoing culture and development of the home
• Supported by an owner and RI with over 20 years experience within the sector

Referral Bonus

Not the right role for you? If you are registered with Shire and refer a friend or colleague, you could receive a cash bonus for every successful referral.

Ref: 3499338

We 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 Stafford, Staffordshire. 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 working 40 hours per week with additional 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 up to £35,000 (Inclusive of sleeps)

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:

• Progression Opportunities
• Enrolment onto level 3 or 5
• Additional annual leave
• Paid Birthday off
• Free Parking
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme

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

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

REF: 3583168

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Support Worker based in Northampton,. 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. 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 up to £32,000 (Inclusive of sleep ins)

As a Residential Children's 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:

• Condensed working week
• Brilliant internal progression opportunities
• Opportunity to complete a level 5 qualification
• Free meals on shift

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

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

Ref: 3582127