Vacancies

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 Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a BRAND NEW 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 as well as sleep in's. 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 £11.00 - £11.22 per hour which is performance related and involves 5 sleep-ins per month, paid at an additional £60.71 per night.

As a Residential Children's Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
• Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
• Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

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

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

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: 2053

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

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

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per week plus sleep in's.

Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need a Level 3 or 4 Residential Childcare. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £12.60 - £13.10 per hour, depending on qualifications. 5 sleep-ins per month, paid at an additional £60.71 per night.

As a Senior Residential Children’s Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

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

• Clear pathway to Deputy manager position.
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Supportive company.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist 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: 2054

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Lydbrook, Gloucestershire 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 service.

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

The service can support a maximum of 20 service users. The service is currently rated "Good" by the CQC.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £42,000 - £49,000 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:

• Very competitive salary
• Long service awards
• Clear progression opportunities

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: 2052

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for a Psychologist to join a Childrens Charity in Staffordshire.

*Visa and sponsorship offered*

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining an MDT working working with children showing neuro-diverse presentations. The successful candidate will complete assessments/interventions and provide continuous support for families.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time (part time applicants are encouraged to apply)

Salary - £51,000 to £68,500 FTE

Experience required:

Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration as a Psychologist along with experience working with children with neuro-diverse presentations.

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.

Reference ID: 1653

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Kidderminster, Worcestershire. If successful, you will be overseeing a new service that will provide support to three children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. 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 £45,000 - £52,000 plus bonus.

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
• Private medical insurance
• Increased employer pension

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: 2051

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Waking Night Residential Children's Worker based in Sheffield. 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 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 pay or between £10.65 - £11.80 per hour.

As a Waking Night 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.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Onsite parking.

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: 2050

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

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week plus overtime if needed. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers ready to take the next step.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £54,000 - £61,000 per year.

As a Operations Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for ensuring that the team members you employ meet the requirements in Schedule 2 of The Children’s Home Regulations 2015, and that you have enough staff on duty at all times to appropriately support the children in the home.
• Play a key role in all external audits.
• You will be expected to supervise staff on a 1-1 basis, group basis and coaching and mentoring on the job in line with the current policy.
• Build relationships with the Registered Managers and other professionals in relation to the support provided to each child.
• You will be responsible for notifying incidents and events in line with current policy and regulatory requirements.
• 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:

• Company Pension.
• Market leading training.
• Petrol allowance.
• Healthcare benefits.

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: 2049

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Manchester, Greater Manchester. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to two children with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.

This is a permanent position working Monday - Friday, with flexible working hours. This role is open to experienced Registered Managers and ideally have experience supporting children with high level complex care needs.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £55,000 - £65,000 plus bouses.

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 staff team
• Future progression opportunities as the home grows
• Competitive bonus scheme

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: 2046

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Sheffield. If successful, you will be overseeing a service that provides support to children with emotional and 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 - £48,000 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:

• Attendance and Ofsted bonus.
• Pension scheme.
• Company events.
• Casual dress.

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: 2045

hire Healthcare are recruiting for a Psychologist to join a Drug & alcohol charity in West Yorkshire, CQCrated outstanding!

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed will be joining an MDT working with adults who present with addictions and substancemisuse. The post holder will use a holistic approach conducting assessments trauma responsive interventions to service users. The role will include leading reflective practice groups and provide clinical supervision and training to key worker staff.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – 37 hours per week including evenings*

Salary – up to £66,300

*part time applicants will be considered

Experience required:

Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists applying will have experience, or an interest, in working with substance misuse and addictions. Those due to qualify from their doctoral training in 2023 are encouraged to apply. Due to the nature of the role, those applying will be a car owner and driver.

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: 2042

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Northwich, Cheshire. 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. You will need to be able to work on a 2 on 4 off shift pattern. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is essential and all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying a basic salary between £27,000 to £29,000 per year.

With sleep in's included the total earnings will be between £32,000- £34,000 a 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:

• Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
• Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualified
• Free meals on shift
• 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 Kieran Nowopolski.

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

Ref: 2040

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 Sunderland. 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 36 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 £11.00 - £11.50 per hour plus 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: 2038

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Sunderland. 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 48 hours per week. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £30,000 - £35,000 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.
• Company pension.
• Paid enrolment onto Level 5 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: 2037

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Registered Manager based in Stockton-on-Tees. 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. 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 £43,000 - £47,000 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:

• Fully paid induction programme.
• Pension scheme.
• Free training.
• Welcome bonus.
• Free PVG check.
• 35 days annual leave entitlement.

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: 2039

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Waterlooville, 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 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 £31,000 - £33,000.

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

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: 2029