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Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Full Time Salary: Up to £45,000 per Annum Dependent Upon Experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based in Oldbury with flexibility to work from home - Covering the West Midlands. ABOUT US We're a high-quality fostering organisation, recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, and one of the UK's only independent fostering agencies specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements. That's what we set out to do in 2012, and we're still doing it today. Our focus is on helping children and young people with specific religious or cultural needs find foster parents who share their values and identity and can provide a safe and loving home. As such we provide a specialist service and in our most recent inspection in 2024, OFSTED rated us as 'Outstanding' in every area of our work Our head office is in the West Midlands, but as out reputation and services have grown, so has our presence across the UK. We now have an office in Blackburn and also cover the East Midlands and Yorkshire. We are fortunate to have Kulvinder Kaur Sahota as our Manager in Process of Registration and are a close, supportive team of staff. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior /Supervising Social Worker to join our passionate team. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support and supervise foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Work with foster parents to ensure they fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the ACS policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to foster parents in line with ACS's Operational Standards. Work in partnership with local authorities and other professionals to support children, young people and foster parents and contribute to all relevant meetings and any other tasks. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with young people and adults Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures Ability to work in partnership with placing authorities. Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Kulvinder Kaur Sahota or Andrew Nugent, Fostering Service Manager on . No agencies please. Active Care Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

Children's Home Registered Manager Location: London Salary: Base salary £53,000 with the potential to earn up to £60,800 through bonuses. Area Camden are a Good Ofsted regulated business and we are now looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, dedicated, professional Registered Manager for our 4 bed children's home in London . We are seeking someone with a minimum of 2-3 years' management experience and experience of working with young people aged 11-17 who exhibit challenging behaviour. As a company we put our young people first and believe in providing a positive environment where they can grow to their full potential and so the right person would share our values and ethos. We work closely with other appropriate agencies and professionals and the quality and professionalism of our staff is therefore of paramount importance. Main Purpose of Role: Registered Managers are accountable for delivering high quality care to the children and young people resident within the home. This means that they are responsible for delivery of all care services, as well as the strategic planning for developments within the home, and all day to day management matters. They will demonstrate the ability to build on the principles and practice standards expected at Area Camden and proactively contribute to the continuous improvement of childcare standards at Area Camden. Registered Managers are responsible for delivering childcare that is focussed on obtaining the best outcomes for each child and young person within the home. Consequently, they are expected to demonstrate practical leadership in childcare, as well as organise and support staff to provide the best possible care for each young person. This involves being personally available, as well as the supervision and mentoring of staff, organisation of work patterns, and facilitation of care focussed training, and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home The ideal candidate would have an NVQ level 5 in Management and a minimum NVQ level 3 Caring for Children and Young People. Experience of managing staff, excellent written and verbal communication skills and leadership skills are essential qualities. Knowledge of the Children's Act 1989 and Care Standards Act 2000 relating to Children's Homes Regulations is required along with safeguarding procedures. While the home manager is employed for 40 per week, they are expected to arrange their own work rota which may involve evening, weekend and night shifts duties. The home manager is wholly responsible for ensuring an appropriate staff presence to meet the childcare needs of the children and young people in the home. The post is subject to a six month probationary period. Annual leave is 32 days per annum this includes Bank Holidays, in the first three years this will increase to an additional day for the first three years. The company has a government workplace pension scheme which can be joined following successful completion of probation period. A mobile phone is available. Ofsted Bonuses- £3000 for an Outstanding report, £1500 for a Good report Full Occupancy Bonus- £400 per month A company car or a travel Allowance of £3000 The post is subject to three months' notice on either side other than for disciplinary or malpractice issues. Local parking permit The successful candidate will need to be approved by the appropriate statutory body. Ofsted Person Specification - Registered Manager If you feel you have the level of desired commitment, passion, experience, qualifications and you can match all of the criteria for the post, please apply by submitting your CV and intent of interest to us. Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDJULHPR

Supervising Social Worker - Orange Grove Contract type: Full-Time Salary: Up to £37,000 (dependent on experience) Contract term: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free Parking Office Location: Hybrid working with an expectation to be in the office once a month (Albourne, West Sussex or Chislehurst) Location: London, as a standard caseload, will be no more than 1 hour's drive (but flexibility will be required on occasion as part of team working) About Us Orange Grove was founded in 1996 by two social workers who understood that strong relationships held the key to successful fostering. As with all families, relationships matter. They provide a stable platform for growth, which is why we commit time, effort, and resources into nurturing them constantly. We do this for the children in our care by getting to know them and providing a safe and positive family environment. We do it for our foster parents by treating them individually and tailoring our support to their needs. And we take care to build strong and positive relationships with local authorities and our other partners, so we can all work effectively together. This has been at the heart of our philosophy ever since we were first set up over 20 years ago. The Role Orange Grove Fostercare Southern Counties registration covers the whole of the South, London, and Essex area. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed, and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. To have experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence, being a confident driver, willing and able to travel across Hampshire and surrounding areas, with unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position that includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role for prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. You will be involved in the recruitment, training, and supervision of Foster Parents and promoting the welfare of children placed with Orange Grove Fostercare. Requirements Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Ideally previous experience of family placement work and foster care practice including the assessment of potential foster parents however, for the right candidate training and development is provided. A comprehensive working knowledge of all fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation Excellent communication skills A commitment to high-quality practice Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and databases Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities, and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review, and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (cost will be met by Orange Grove Fostercare) For an informal discussion please contact Leisa Sheridan Orange Grove Fostercare is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Orange Grove Fostercare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment INDCOMHPINDJULHPC

SEN Class Teacher Basic Salary: £28,000 - £39,520 Contract: Full Time, Term time only Hours: 37.5 hours per week Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme Location: Northwich, Cheshire About our School Located in Northwich, Northwich School offers a capacity of up to 100 pupils and safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 16 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well-being and personal growth. Northwich School will form part of the Polaris Community alongside our current growing portfolio of school across the UK, which are all rated by Ofsted Good or Outstanding. The Polaris Community have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Role responsibilities Responsible for the planning and delivery of high quality lessons within the national curriculum whilst meeting the complex SEMH needs of all pupils. Supporting the class team in facilitating learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviours. Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes Requirements Hold qualified teacher status (QTS) Have a strong basic education to degree level Previous successful teaching experience Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an Educational setting Experience of behaviour management and techniques Committed to professional development and willing to learn Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work. What we offer, A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!) A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Education. Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment INDCOMHP INDJULHPC JBRP1_UKTJ

Polaris Children's Services - Redstone Hall School TUTOR Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only Basic Salary: £24,000 FTE Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Start Date: January 2026 About our School Located in Ipswich our new school has the capacity for up to 30 x pupils and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 18 years old

Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only Salary: £28,000 - £38,000 Contract Term: Permanent Hours: 8.30am - 4.00pm Start Date: ASAP Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Do you have experience of working with children with SEND? Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils i

Head Teacher - Andover School Location: Andover, Hants Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience Contract: Full Time (Term Time Only) Permanent Additional Benefits: Professional Development opportunities, Enhanced pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle to Work, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & Med click apply for full job details

Role: Residential Deputy Manager- Children's Home Contract: Full Time, permanent Salary : Base salary of £31,105.28 with the potential to earn up to £34,362.56 with sleep in shifts. Location: Wigton Specific Hours : 42 hours per week- shift pattern on rotation We are currently seeking an experienced Residential Deputy Manager to join our services based in Wigton. North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with. We currently have a Management opportunity at our 4-bedroom home in Carlisle. Can you inspire your team? Have you an approachable leadership style? If you are a qualified and experienced Children's Home Deputy Manager, we would love to hear from you. Main Duties Responsible in ensuring that the Statement of Purpose is in place, and reflects the appropriate needs of young people that the home is working with and outlines qualifications, experience and expertise of the staff employed within the home. To be responsible for ensuring a full flow of information into and out of the team and to develop effective communication strategies and systems which assist staff in the operation of their duties. To be responsible for the effective management and development of a range of quality direct services to young people. To ensure that the policies and procedures of North Lakes Children's Services are implemented. To ensure that staff training and development needs are identified and ensuring that those needs are met. To assist in training staff as required. To ensure that all Health and Safety Regulations are complied with in accordance with North Lakes Children's Services policies, procedures and practices. To regularly inspect the condition of the structure, fabric, furnishings and fittings of the building to ensure that all necessary equipment, etc. is in good working order and of a reasonable and acceptable standard of repair. To ensure that effective finance budgets, control, administration and records comply with North Lakes Children's Services expectations and procedures. To promote and implement the companies Equality and Diversity policies and to ensure that staff understand and implement the companies Child Protection Procedures. Quality Assurance - To set, monitor and evaluate standards at individual, team performance and service quality Communication - To establish and manage the team communications systems ensuring that the Company procedures, policies, strategies and objectives are effectively communicated to all team members Professional Practice - To ensure that professional practice in the team is carried out to the highest standards and developed in line with the company stated objectives of continual improvement in quality of its service to the young people in our care and external professionals. All Applicants must have: Have an understanding of the issues that face young people in care Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Excellent communication and listening skills Be willing to learn Be able to work well as part of a small team Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous. Have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to cover at other Residential Homes as and when needed. Benefits: A sleep-in allowance of £62.64 per night- potential extra earning of up to £3257.28 Shift Rotation: 2 days on, 2 days off, with staggered start times ranging from 8am, 12noon or 2pm (i.e. 8am-10pm, 12pm-10pm or 2pm-10pm). 6 weeks annual leave entitlement Company pension Access to our Employee Discount Scheme, including discounts at various well-known retail companies Access to wellbeing supports via our Employee Assistance Programme Overtime and additional holiday pay at Christmas day and New Year's Day Career progression opportunities Comprehensive annual training including: Child Development, Attachment Theory, PACE Model, Therapeutic Parenting, The Whole Brain Child Model. North Lakes is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

Polaris Education - Burnley School Head Teacher Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 dependent on experience Benefits: Professional Development opportunities, Enhanced pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle to Work, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Burnle click apply for full job details

Deputy Manager (12-month FTC) Contract Type: Full time, 12-month fixed term contract Salary: £31,668.00- £36,036.00 per annum- dependent on qualifications and experience Location: Poole Specific Hours: 40 hours per week Benefits: 33 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), company pension, employee discount scheme, access to wellbeing programmes, monthly clinical and professional supervision, ongoing professional training & supervision Who are we? Budwood, part of Polaris Community, is a local service dedicated to providing high-quality Children's Homes and 16+ Supported Accommodation. Our young people may have experienced adverse childhood experiences, and our aim is to offer them a stable, nurturing home environment where they can feel safe, grow in confidence, and gain the skills they need for adulthood and independence. The Role We're looking for a passionate and motivated Deputy Manager to support two of our Children's Residential Homes in Poole. You'll help lead the team, ensure high standards of care, and guide young people towards independent living. Key Responsibilities Act as Home Manager in their absence, under guidance from the Area Manager Support and motivate the staff team through supervision, coaching, mentoring, and development planning. Ensure high-quality care and accommodation for young people, aligned with placement plans. Build trusted relationships with young people, promoting safety, respect, and personal development. Champion a culture of listening, dignity, and empowerment for all young people. Promote collaborative working with families, education providers, health services, and local authorities. Ensure staff are trained in safeguarding and compliant with policies and refresher requirements. Be an ambassador for Budwood's therapeutic model, CATCH . Assist with rotas, budget management, and timesheet oversight. Lead new staff inductions and conduct absence review meetings. Oversee record-keeping (e.g. risk assessments, placement plans, weekly reports), ensuring accuracy and clarity. Guide the team in supporting young people's learning and emotional development. Manage home finances when needed. Ensure domestic standards are high, including meal preparation and home maintenance. Support inspections, audits, and uphold health & safety and fire safety compliance. Participate in the on-call rota. Engage in supervision, appraisal, and continuous professional development. What we need from you Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care, Children and Young People or equivalent or working towards. At least 2 years' experience of working within a residential children's home or Supported Living service Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Understanding of The Children Act 1989 and 2004 and Supported Accommodation Quality Standards. Understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance in care settings. Experience in residential care, youth work, or working with young people with Emotional Behavioural Disorders (EBD). Leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and organisational skills. A proactive, flexible, and child-centred approach. Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary : £29,484 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to overcome hurdles, become independent and create a welcoming environment. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDRESHP

Head Teacher - Andover School Location: Andover, Hants Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience Contract: Full Time (Term Time Only) Permanent Additional Benefits: Professional Development opportunities, Enhanced pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle to Work, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & Med click apply for full job details