Vacancies

Shire Healthcare are working with a leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a Psychotherapist to be based in West 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 working with pupils and residents (5-19 yrs old) as well as supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments. The post holder will conduct assessments and deliver 121 interventions to service users.

Contract type – permanent (52 week working)

Hours – full time

Salary - £43,500 - £52,500 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will be registered or accredited with the relevant governing body such as the BACP or HCPC, along with having previous experience working with children and young people with complex needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH and /or learning disabilities. Those 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 Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 20 years of experience, 14 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: 3486558

Shire Healthcare are working with a leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a Psychologist to be based in Preston.

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 working with children and young people (ages 9-18) as well as supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide engaging care. The post holder will conduct assessments, formulations and deliver 121 interventions to service users.

You will provide consultation, training and workshops while contributing to service development initiatives.

Contract type – permanent (52 week working contract)

Hours – full time, part time applicants will be considered

Salary - £54,500- £64,000 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will be registered with the HCPC, along with having previous experience working with children and young people with complex needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH and /or learning disabilities.

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 20 years of experience, 14 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: 3486554

Shire Healthcare are working with a leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a Psychologist to be based in Liverpool.

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 working with children and young people (ages 5-17) as well as supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide engaging care. The post holder will conduct assessments, formulations and deliver 121 interventions to service users.

You will provide consultation, training and workshops while contributing to service development initiatives.

Contract type – permanent (52 week working contract)

Hours – full time, part time applicants will be considered

Salary - £54,500- £64,000 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will be registered with the HCPC, along with having previous experience working with children and young people with complex needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH and /or learning disabilities.

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 20 years of experience, 14 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: 3486550

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

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for an experienced BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to join a charity working as a Team Lead for a step 3 service in South Bedfordshire.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be working within an integrative Talking Therapies person centred and holistic service who support service users improve their physical and emotional health. The post holder will hold a clinical caseload along with leading and managing the team, ensuring both individual and team targets are met

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time

Salary - £55,450 - £60,505 plus £1,200 joining bonus

Requirements:

• A qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• BABCP accreditation
• Extensive experience of working within Mental Health
• Leadership/management experience
• A car driver is preferred

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 20 years of experience, 14 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: 3485489

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Dual Registered Manager based in Lincoln.

If successful, you will be overseeing 2 homes that are both 2 bed EBD settings.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £60,000 - £80,000 per annum.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

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

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

• Bonus Scheme.
• Brilliant induction process followed by great training.
• Supportive employer who invests in their staff.

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: 3482832

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

If successful, you will be overseeing a 4 bed home that provides support to a child with EBD within a children's home.

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

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £52,000 - £56,500 per annum.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

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

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

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

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

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

Ref: 3480067

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services to recruit a Senior Residential Children’s Worker for their home in Runcorn, Cheshire. You will be part of a dedicated team supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) within a nurturing residential environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive employer offering genuine career development and progression pathways, with the potential to move into a Deputy Manager position in the near future.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead shifts and ensure the welfare and safety of young people and staff at all times.
• Participate in staff meetings and supervisions.
• Support with staff performance and ensure the team are updated on procedural changes.
• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual care plans.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any concerns appropriately.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and other professionals.
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism are maintained at all times.
• Be flexible to cover other homes when required.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and training.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare or working towards.
• Experience within the children’s residential care sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits include:

• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Funded Level 5 qualification.
• Enhanced overtime rate.
• Free meals on shift.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, apply today to speak with one of our specialist Residential Consultants for more information.

Not for you? Refer a friend, family member or colleague and receive a cash bonus as our way of saying thank you.

Ref: 3477372

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services to recruit a Residential Children’s Worker for their home in Runcorn, Cheshire. You will be part of a dedicated team supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) within a nurturing residential environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive employer that offers genuine career progression. If you are already an experienced Residential Children’s Worker, you may also have the opportunity to progress into a Senior role in the near future.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver person-centred care and support to young people.
• 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 and routines.
• Safeguard and protect vulnerable children, reporting concerns appropriately.
• Liaise effectively with parents, carers, and external professionals.
• Be flexible to cover other homes when required.
• Commit to continuous professional development.

Requirements:

• Previous experience within the care or education sector.
• Full UK driving licence (Desirable)
• Passionate about supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

Benefits include:

• Enrolment onto a funded Level 3 qualification.
• Free meals on shift.
• Enhanced overtime rate.
• Compressed working week.
• Clear progression opportunities.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a 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: 3477370

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s residential services to recruit a Team Leader for their home in Huyton, Merseyside. You will be joining a passionate and dedicated team supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) within a nurturing residential setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive employer that promotes genuine progression, with clear routes towards Registered Manager and access to Level 5 qualifications.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential childcare, sharing knowledge with the team.
• Ensure each child has an individual care plan addressing emotional, social, and cultural needs.
• Oversee staffing levels, rotas, and training to meet the needs of the home.
• Lead and motivate staff, addressing conduct and competency issues in line with policy.
• Contribute to external audits and inspections.
• Support with budget management and financial oversight.
• Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction and ongoing development.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a senior or managerial role within a children’s residential setting.
• A passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

Benefits include:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to Registered Manager.
• Funded Level 5 qualification.
• Free meals on shift.
• Enhanced overtime rates.
• Increased annual leave with length of service.
• Work alongside a passionate and experienced Registered Manager.

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

Not for you? Refer a friend or colleague and receive a referral bonus as our way of saying thank you.

Ref: 3477345

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s residential services to recruit a Deputy Manager for their home in Wirral, Merseyside. You will be joining a passionate and dedicated team supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) within a nurturing residential setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive employer that promotes genuine progression, with clear routes towards Registered Manager and access to Level 5 qualifications.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential childcare, sharing knowledge with the team.
• Ensure each child has an individual care plan addressing emotional, social, and cultural needs.
• Oversee staffing levels, rotas, and training to meet the needs of the home.
• Lead and motivate staff, addressing conduct and competency issues in line with policy.
• Contribute to external audits and inspections.
• Support with budget management and financial oversight.
• Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction and ongoing development.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a senior or managerial role within a children’s residential setting.
• A passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

Benefits include:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to Registered Manager.
• Funded Level 5 qualification.
• Free meals on shift.
• Enhanced overtime rates.
• Increased annual leave with length of service.
• Work alongside a passionate and experienced Registered Manager.

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

Not for you? Refer a friend or colleague and receive a referral bonus as our way of saying thank you.

Ref: 3477337

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services to recruit a Senior Residential Children’s Worker for their home in Whalley Range, Greater Manchester. You will be part of a dedicated team supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) within a nurturing residential environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive employer offering genuine career development and progression pathways, with the potential to move into a Deputy Manager position in the near future.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead shifts and ensure the welfare and safety of young people and staff at all times.
• Participate in staff meetings and supervisions.
• Support with staff performance and ensure the team are updated on procedural changes.
• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual care plans.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any concerns appropriately.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and other professionals.
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism are maintained at all times.
• Be flexible to cover other homes when required.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and training.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Experience within the children’s residential care sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits include:

• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Funded Level 5 qualification.
• Enhanced overtime rate.
• Free meals on shift.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, apply today to speak with one of our specialist Residential Consultants for more information.

Not for you? Refer a friend, family member or colleague and receive a cash bonus as our way of saying thank you.

Ref: 3477323

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

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week and on-call duties when required. 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 between £47,000 - £55,000 per year.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

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

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

• Refer a friend bonus.
• Enrolment onto Level 5 qualifications.
• Progression opportunities.

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: 3476539

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

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week and on-call duties when required. 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 between £47,000 - £55,000 per year.

As a Registered Manager your main responsibilities will include:

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

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

• Refer a friend bonus.
• Enrolment onto Level 5 qualifications.
• Progression opportunities.

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: 3476546

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

If successful, you will be working as part of a team in a BRAND NEW 3 bed children's residential home supporting children presenting with EBD.

This is a permanent position working a mixture of 9am - 5pm and shift work.

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum.

Level 3 / 4 Residential childcare and Full UK driving License is compulsory.

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

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

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

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 Leadership and Management.
• Work alongside and support a passionate Registered Manager

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: 3207249