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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 Willington. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week plus sleep-ins. Previous experience 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 £25,000 - £30,000 per year inclusive of sleep-ins.

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:

• Progression opportunities.
• Meals on shift.
• Market leading training.
• Paid enrolment onto Level 3 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: 2574

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Service Manager to work within a supported living setting to provide support to learning disabilities, autism, or mental illness.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Previous experience as a Service Manager in a supporting living or residential setting is preferred and you must have a Level 2 in Health and Social Care as a minimum.

The service can support a maximum of 7 residents.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £28,000 - £30,000 per year.

As a Service Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure each adult has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
• 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.
• Be proactive in safeguarding concerns of individuals in your care
• 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:

• Health and wellbeing program
• Additional Leave
• Leadership development program
• Referral Scheme

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

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

REF: 2739

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 Leek, 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 40 hours per week. 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 £33,000 to £40,000 per year.

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:

• Bonus scheme
• Level 5 Enrolment
• Referral Scheme
• Causal Dress
• Free Parking

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: 2734

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 Newport, Shropshire. 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 38 hours per week with an average of 5 – 8 sleep-ins per month. Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need previous experience supporting children in a residential setting. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £33,000 - £40,000 per year.

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:

• Bonus Scheme
• Health and wellbeing program
• Level 5 enrolment
• Join a smaller family-run company

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: 2737

Shire Healthcare are working in partnership with a reputable charity recruiting for Practitioner Psychologist to work for a substance misuse service based in West Manchester.

Role snapshot:

This is an exciting opportunity for a HCPC registered Psychologist to help develop this newly established service, steering towards a trauma informed approach. The responsibilities of this role will include holding a clinical caseload working with adults with trauma, drug and alcohol addictions and other mental health presentations.

Contract type – 6 month FTC

Hours – between 2-5 days p/w can be considered

Salary - £41,200 - £52,300

Experience required:

Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration as Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist along with previous experience working with substance misuse, trauma, CBT and management/supervision is required.

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: 2732

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Staffordshire with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with learning difficulties, mental health difficulties, and autism.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week with on call duties. Previous experience as a Registered Manager is essential and you must have or be working towards your level 5.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £30,000 - £35,000 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:

• Bonus Scheme
• Birthday off plus 25 days holiday
• Health and wellbeing scheme
• Discount platforms

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

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

REF: 2730

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a CBT Therapist to work within a specialist CYP residential service based in Birmingham.

This role requires travel to children's homes in / around Birmingham .

*car driver mandatory and mileage paid*

About the employer:

This employer provides therapeutic children’s homes for children and young people who are looked after.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining a service working with a small group of children’s homes in and around Birmingham, delivering assessments and therapeutic interventions to develop trauma informed practice. You will also offer consultations, reflective practice, and deliver training.

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 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: 2728

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

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying Up to £50,000 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
• On site parking
• 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: 2723

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Manager based in West Bromwich, West Midlands. Our client is a forward thinking, innovative provider of children’s services and offers all employees a rewarding, dynamic working environment. This position is a permanent, full-time position. The basic salary can go up to £50,000 for the right candidate plus bonuses which would take on target earnings to £60,000.

The successful applicant will manage a home and staff team providing support to children presenting with emotional and behavioural difficulties in a brand new children's home planned to open when the Registered Manager and staffing team are in place.

As a Registered Manager, your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring each young child has a care plan which reflects his or her emotional, care, education, social, therapeutic and cultural needs
• Regularly reviewing and updating the placement plan
• Allocating each young person a Key Worker who is responsible for the implementation of the care plan
• Building relationships with parents, carers and other professionals in relation to the support provided to each child
• Manging budgets effectively
• Ensuring that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents
• Ensuring new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicating this to the wider team
• Providing leadership and supervision to the wider team

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

• Bonus scheme
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times)
• Grow alongside a small provider with ambitious goals.
• Chance to hire your own staff team and build a home to your liking

Not for you? If you are registered with Shire and recommend a friend, family member or colleague, you will be eligible for a cash bonus payment!

Ref: 2717

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Stafford, Staffordshire. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children and parents within a Family Assessment Centre.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers or experienced Social Workers ready to take the next step. Experience within a Family Assessment Centre is essential.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £65,000.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Manage a Residential Family Assessment Centre in accordance with the statement of purpose
• Play a key role in all external audits.
• Build relationships with parents, carers, and other professionals in relation to the support provided to each child and family.
• Manage budgets effectively and in line with company policy.
• Ensure staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Ensure new staff receive an induction and that each member of staff has a personal development plan.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicate this to the wider team.
• Overall responsibility for the service and the main point of contact for third-party organisations and governing bodies.

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

• Bonus Scheme
• Causal Dress
• Free Meals on shift
• Health and wellbeing program

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

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

REF: 2720

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 Gloucester. 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. 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 £31,000 - £34,000 (including 2 sleep ins per week).

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:

• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Real opportunities for progression into Senior roles
• 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: 1515

We are supporting a specialist provider with 2 services across Worksop and Rotherham with their permanent recruitment.

We are currently looking for a Service Manager to work within a supported living setting to provide support to adults with complex needs, learning disabilities and mental health difficulties.

The successful applicant will NOT hold CQC registration. This role is to provide extra support the current service managers.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.

Previous experience as a service manager is desirable but will consider a senior looking for a step up.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £29,500 per annum.

As a Service 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:

• Enhanced pay for maternity or paternity leave
• Blue Light Discount Scheme
• Eligibility for COSTCO membership
• Take your Birthday off plus 25 days holiday
• Continuous Learning & Development opportunities - including access to bespoke training, Apprenticeships in Health & Social Care and Business and Leadership & Management

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: 2714

We have an exciting opportunity for a Responsible Individual to support one children's residential service in Luton, Bedfordshire.

Our client is a forward thinking, innovative provider of children’s services and offers all employees a rewarding, dynamic working environment.

This position is a permanent, position working a minimum of 2 to 3 days per week. The basic salary can go up to £65,000 (pro rata) for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will oversee a children's residential home in the Luton area as the Responsible Individual and provide support to Registered Manager that run the home day to day.

This role is open to experienced Area Managers and Responsible Individuals who have completed their level 5. Previous experience in mentoring other managers is essential.

As a Responsible Individual, your main responsibilities will include:

• Be the Responsible Individual for a children's home and act on behalf of the organisation to ensure all requirements are met.
• To oversee the management of placements within the service.
• Managing the annual budget effectively.
• Ensuring that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicating this to the wider team.
• Providing leadership and supervision to the wider leadership team.

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

• 33 days annual leave.
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times)

Please note: The client is looking for a permanent employee and NOT self employed / contracted.

Not for you? If you are registered with Shire and recommend a friend, family member or colleague, you will be eligible for a cash bonus payment!

Ref: 2713

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Park Gate, Hampshire. 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.

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

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

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

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

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

• Real career progression with funded training
• Competitive bonus scheme
• 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.

Ref: 2708

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Park Gate, Hampshire. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with 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.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £50,000 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:

• Competitive bonus scheme
• Annual pay review
• Clinical Supervision
• 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: 2707