Vacancies

Shire are now working in partnership with a provider of children's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children’s Worker based in Carlisle, Cumbria. Our client is offering applicants a full-time position, 40 hours per week within a specialist service. You would be required to work 8-10 sleeps per month as well which are paid on top. An experienced Senior can be expected to earn between £33,000 to £40,000 per year.

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 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
• Condensed working hours
• Comfortable sleeping-in facilities
• Committed to the continuous development of all staff
• NVQ level 4 and 5 training

Ideally applicants should have the following:

• Previous experience of working with young people
• Experience in successfully leading a small 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: 2324

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Carlisle, Cumbria. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to four children with emotional behavioural difficulties. You would be joining an established organisation that already owns a handful of successful children's homes.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (Flexible) with an opportunity to work from home. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers with good or above Ofsted inspections.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £50,000 - £55,000.

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
• Join an established company with a qualified and experienced leadership team
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Increased annual leave
• Free meals on shift

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: 2322

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Penrith, Cumbria. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to four children with emotional behavioural difficulties. You would be joining an established organisation that already owns a handful of successful children's homes.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (Flexible) with an opportunity to work from home. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers with good or above Ofsted inspections.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £50,000 - £55,000.

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
• Join an established company with a qualified and experienced leadership team
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Increased annual leave
• Free meals on shift

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: 2320

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Sale, Greater Manchester with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Deputy Manager to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults with learning and physical disabilities.

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per week. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is essential and all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up £27,500 per year.

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide support to the Registered Manager and development of the home.
• Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
• To ensure care plans, guidelines and risk assessments are accurate and reflective of the individual’s needs.
• Hold the responsibility of the home in the managers absence.
• To supervise and lead a team of support workers, carrying out supervisions and appraisals.
• To support service users in accordance with their needs and wishes as detailed in their person-centred support plans.
• To demonstrate a commitment to the Safeguarding of Adults and to recognise and report any disclosure, suspicion or evidence of harm, risk of harm, abuse or neglect.
• Support the service users in staying active, healthy, and as independent as possible.

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

• 28 days of holiday per year which increases with length of service
• Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance Scheme
• Excellent internal and external training
• Enhanced pay for Bank Holiday working
• Progression opportunities

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: 2318

We are supporting a specialist provider based near Sale, Greater Manchester 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 disabilities and physical disabilities. The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for the home.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Previous experience as a Registered Manager is desirable and you must have or be willing to work towards your level 5.

The home can support a maximum of 6 adults and the service is currently rated Good in all areas by the CQC. Alongside good benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £32,500 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:

• Increased annual leave with service
• Life insurance
• Extensive training opportunities
• Staff wellbeing schemes
• Progression opportunities

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: 2319

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Birmingham, B25. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to two children with emotional behavioural difficulties. You would be joining an established organisation that already owns a handful of successful children's homes.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (Flexible) with an opportunity to work from home. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers with good or above Ofsted inspections.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £45,000 - £52,000 plus bonuses.

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
• Join an established company with a really qualified and experienced leadership team
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Increased annual leave
• Free meals on shift

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: 2317

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 three children with emotional behavioural difficulties. You would be joining an established organisation that already owns a handful of successful children's homes.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (Flexible) with an opportunity to work from home. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers with good or above Ofsted inspections.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £40,000 - £50,000 plus bonuses.

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
• Join an established company with a really qualified and experienced leadership team
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Increased annual leave
• Free meals on shift

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: 2315

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Cannock, Staffordshire. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to three children with emotional behavioural difficulties. You would be joining an established organisation that already owns a handful of successful children's homes.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (Flexible) with an opportunity to work from home. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers with good or above Ofsted inspections.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £40,000 - £50,000 plus bonuses.

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
• Join an established company with a really qualified and experienced leadership team
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Increased annual leave
• Free meals on shift

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: 2314

We are working in partnership with a provider of a residential and nursing service and have a permanent opportunity for a Night Nurse based in Camden, London.

If successful, you will be working with 20 residents providing high-quality care to our elderly service users with conditions such as Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s or other clinical diagnoses.

This is a permanent, full time role.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £22.60 per hour.

Essential Criteria:

• NMC registered nurse.
• Experience working in elderly care, including caring for patients with Alzheimer's and other dementia-related conditions.
• Knowledge of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

As a Night Nurse your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing emotional support to service users and their families.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Working within the Care Quality Commission (CQC) guidelines to ensure high standards of care.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Participating in the induction and ongoing training of new staff members.
• Assessing patients' health and care needs and developing care plans.
• Administering medication and monitoring services users response.
• Providing nursing care, including wound care and palliative care.
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals to coordinate personalised care.
• Supporting service users with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.

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

• Excellent Career opportunities.
• GP online - providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app.
• Over the last 12 months our employees have received over £1000 each in tax free bonuses!
• Paid annual leave 35 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidays.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Enhanced payrates for bank holidays.

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: 2346

We are working exclusively with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Ashbourne, Hertfordshire.

If successful, you will be overseeing a new service that will provide support up to 8 children with learning difficulties and autism. As this is a new service you will be fully involved in the refurbishment of the home and recruitment of the wider staff team.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers or Deputy Managers ready to take the next step.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £50,000 - £55,000 plus bonuses.

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
• Join an established small company with a really qualified and experienced leadership team
• Increased annual leave
• Increased employer pension

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

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

Ref: 2316

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

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

This is a permanent position working a mixture of shifts and sleep in's.
Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying a basic salary between £28,000 - £34,000 per annum.

Previous experience in a managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare.

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 qualified
• 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: 2342

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Service Manager based in Lanark. 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 if 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 £44,000 - £60,000 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:

• Relocation fee.
• Monthly recognition awards.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Excellent health and wellbeing benefits.
• Company pension scheme.

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: 2323

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 Pudsey. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with a variety of complex needs 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 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 inclusive of sleep-ins.

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:

• Company pension.
• Employee discounts
• Free parking.
• Referral programme.

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: 2343

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 Hexham. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with a variety of complex needs 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 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 inclusive of sleep-ins.

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:

• Company pension.
• Refer a friend bonus.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• In-depth training academy scheme.

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: 2310

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Bishop Auckland. 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 if 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 £44,000 - £60,000 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:

• Relocation fee.
• Monthly recognition awards.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Excellent health and wellbeing benefits.
• Company pension scheme.

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: 2309