Vacancies

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

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers or Deputy Managers ready to take the next step.

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

• Pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Healthcare package.
• Paid enrolment onto 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: 2241

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Team Leader based in Doncaster. 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 37.5 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 £26,000 - £28,000 per year.

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:

• Use of company car.
• Progression opportunities.
• Market leading training and induction.
• Onsite parking.
• Meals on shift.

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: 2109

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Doncaster. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional, and behavioural difficulties and 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 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 £27,000 - £33,000 per year.

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:

• Progression opportunities.
• Market leading training.
• Paid enrolment onto Level 5 qualifications.
• 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: 2240

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Family Therapist to work within a brand new CAMHS service in Surrey.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining an MDT within a new inpatients CAMHS service for young people ages 12-18 who present with eating disorders. The successful candidate will be working part of an MDT offering systemic assessments, formulation and interventions.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 18.75 hours per week

Salary - £44000 - £46,000 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will have completed a MSc / Post Graduate Diploma in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy and hold UKCP registration. Due to the nature of the role, post qualification CAMHS experience 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 18 years of experience, 12 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: 1911

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Lead Therapist to support a private addictions inpatient ward, based in Birmingham.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will ensure the effective running of the therapists on the ward, accountable for managing and leading this team, offering 1:1 therapy and group intervention to patients.

The post holder will work within an MDT ensuring safe practice.

Contract type – 12 month fixed term contract

Hours – part-time , 30 hours per week

Salary - £35,200 (£44,000 FTE)

Experience required:

Candidates applying will hold accreditation with the BACP, UKCP, or equivalent professional body. Experience in group therapy and leading teams is essential, while experience delivering clinical supervision is desired.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced 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 are a well-respected provider of Psychological Therapy staffing solutions and support the majority of providers across the country.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more then please apply today and one of our consultants will be in touch.

REF: 2234

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a HCPC reg. Psychologist to work within a specialist secure service in North Hampshire, CQC rated “Good.”

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining an MDT who work with sex offenders in a forensic setting who also present with an intellectual disability and autism. The post holder will conduct evidence based psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions in both a 121 and group setting.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 22.5 hours p/w (Mondays mandatory)

Salary - £45,000 - £55,000 FTE

Experience required:

Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist with an interest in working with the above mentioned client group. Previous experience is not 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 18 years of experience, 12 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: 2221

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Birmingham, West Midlands. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to three children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This is a fully occupied and established service with a settled qualified staff team.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm. 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 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
• 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: 2220

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Sunderland with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Operations Manager to work within a supported living / residential setting to provide support to adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

Previous experienceas a Registered Service Manager is desirable and you must have or be working towards your NVQ Level 5.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £54,000 - £59,000 per year.

As a Operations 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:

• Cycle to work scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Health benefits package.

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: 2214

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Darlington with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Registered Service 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 service.

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

The home can support a maximum of 13 residents.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying pay between £33,000- £36,000 per year.

As a Registered 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:

• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Pension scheme.
• Health and well-being programme.
• Cycle to work 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: 2215

Shire Healthcare are working with a reputable and leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a HCPC reg. Psychologist to be based in East Surrey.

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 or residential setting who present a complexity of needs including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions 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. This role will be based across specialist schools, children’s homes and integrated provisions.

Contract type – permanent and term time (38 weeks) - paid in 12 equal instalments

Hours – 2 days per week

Salary - £59,500 - £69,800 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 neuro and/or trauma.

Why Shire Healthcare?

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

In addition, you will be working with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 18 years of experience, 12 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: 1863

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Littlehampton, West Sussex. 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 39 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 £30,000 - £32,000 plus sleep ins paid at £62.

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

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: 2203

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Woolston, Hampshire. 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 39 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 £30,000 - £32,000 plus sleep ins paid at £62.

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

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: 2202

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Durham. 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 a 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 £46,000 - £56,000 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:

• Bonus package.
• Occupancy and welfare bonus package.
• Company pension.
• Progression opportunities.
• Free training and development.

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: 2213

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

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 £13.80 - £14.90 per hour + £63.00 sleep ins.

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: 2188

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

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 £13.80 - £14.90 per hour + £63.00 sleep ins.

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: 2189