Rockwood House is a CrossReach residential children's service providing a safe, stable and nurturing home for children and young people. The service takes a relational and trauma-aware approach, supporting children to build trust, experience consistency and develop positive, lasting relationships. As a Senior Residential Childcare Worker, you will combine direct, relationship-based care with a senior, practice-leading role within the team. You will support the Service Manager in maintaining high standards of care, modelling therapeutic approaches and providing day-to-day guidance to colleagues. This is a hands-on role where you will lead by example and help create a calm, structured and reflective environment for children and young people. What your day could involve Providing nurturing, trauma-aware care to children and young people Acting as a senior presence on shift and a positive role model for colleagues Holding keyworker responsibilities, including care planning, risk assessments and reviews Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour using agreed approaches Leading individual and group work to meet identified needs and outcomes Supporting and mentoring staff, including induction and ongoing development Working in partnership with families and external professionals Maintaining high-quality records, reports and documentation Contributing to service development, quality assurance and team meetings Working a rota that includes evenings, weekends and sleepovers About you You are an experienced residential childcare professional with a calm, reflective and confident approach. You will be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council and hold, or be working towards, the required qualifications including HNC Social Care and SVQ Level 3. You have a strong understanding of trauma and attachment-informed practice and are confident supporting others to develop their skills. You will hold a full manual driving licence and be confident driving manual vehicles as part of your role. This post is subject to PVG membership and has an occupational requirement to work within and uphold CrossReach's Christian ethos. Why join us A senior role with real influence on practice and team culture Structured induction and ongoing specialist training Regular supervision and professional support Opportunities to develop leadership skills and further qualifications The chance to work within a values-led organisation making a real difference Ready to take the next step? If you are ready to move into a senior role and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people at Rockwood House, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join CrossReach in supporting children and young people to thrive. We also offer you a range of benefits that you would expect from an organisation that support others. Firstly, there is access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card. We also ensure that your future and that of your loved ones is secured with a generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit. Balancing work and family are made easier with our suite of enhanced family friendly policies and your health and wellness are prioritised with access to our health cash plan, giving you cash back for a wide range of health treatments. We even have access to a care concierge service to assist you with life's challenges, providing invaluable support when you need it most. But we also know that your training and development is important to you, and as well as a contribution to your professional membership fees, we are keen to support you in making the right steps to learn, grow and develop in ways that are right for you. CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better. Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ's name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances. As we do our work in Christ's name the job you have applied for requires you to have a Christian faith and be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos. This is an Occupational Requirement under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration. We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual's unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on .uk Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES Application Process: Please apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. You can find out more about our recruitment process CrossReach Recruitment Process CV Upload: DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlist
Mar 21, 2026
Full time
Rockwood House is a CrossReach residential children's service providing a safe, stable and nurturing home for children and young people. The service takes a relational and trauma-aware approach, supporting children to build trust, experience consistency and develop positive, lasting relationships. As a Senior Residential Childcare Worker, you will combine direct, relationship-based care with a senior, practice-leading role within the team. You will support the Service Manager in maintaining high standards of care, modelling therapeutic approaches and providing day-to-day guidance to colleagues. This is a hands-on role where you will lead by example and help create a calm, structured and reflective environment for children and young people. What your day could involve Providing nurturing, trauma-aware care to children and young people Acting as a senior presence on shift and a positive role model for colleagues Holding keyworker responsibilities, including care planning, risk assessments and reviews Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour using agreed approaches Leading individual and group work to meet identified needs and outcomes Supporting and mentoring staff, including induction and ongoing development Working in partnership with families and external professionals Maintaining high-quality records, reports and documentation Contributing to service development, quality assurance and team meetings Working a rota that includes evenings, weekends and sleepovers About you You are an experienced residential childcare professional with a calm, reflective and confident approach. You will be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council and hold, or be working towards, the required qualifications including HNC Social Care and SVQ Level 3. You have a strong understanding of trauma and attachment-informed practice and are confident supporting others to develop their skills. You will hold a full manual driving licence and be confident driving manual vehicles as part of your role. This post is subject to PVG membership and has an occupational requirement to work within and uphold CrossReach's Christian ethos. Why join us A senior role with real influence on practice and team culture Structured induction and ongoing specialist training Regular supervision and professional support Opportunities to develop leadership skills and further qualifications The chance to work within a values-led organisation making a real difference Ready to take the next step? If you are ready to move into a senior role and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people at Rockwood House, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join CrossReach in supporting children and young people to thrive. We also offer you a range of benefits that you would expect from an organisation that support others. Firstly, there is access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card. We also ensure that your future and that of your loved ones is secured with a generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit. Balancing work and family are made easier with our suite of enhanced family friendly policies and your health and wellness are prioritised with access to our health cash plan, giving you cash back for a wide range of health treatments. We even have access to a care concierge service to assist you with life's challenges, providing invaluable support when you need it most. But we also know that your training and development is important to you, and as well as a contribution to your professional membership fees, we are keen to support you in making the right steps to learn, grow and develop in ways that are right for you. CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better. Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ's name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances. As we do our work in Christ's name the job you have applied for requires you to have a Christian faith and be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos. This is an Occupational Requirement under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration. We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual's unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on .uk Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES Application Process: Please apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. You can find out more about our recruitment process CrossReach Recruitment Process CV Upload: DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlist
Stepping Stones Children's Homes
Ashton-under-lyne, Lancashire
Children's Home Manager Location: Ashton-under-Lyne (4 children, EBD/Mild LD) Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 plus Ofsted bonus and performance-related pay Hours: 40 per week, flexible rota including evenings, weekends and sleeping-in duties What we offer Competitive salary with performance-related pay and Ofsted bonus. Health and lifestyle programmes, professional development opportunities including NVQ and therapeutic/clinical qualifications. 24/7 HR and management support. Opportunities for career growth within the company. Auto-enrolment into company pension, 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and mileage reimbursement. About Stepping Stones Children's Homes Stepping Stones Children's Homes is a respected provider of residential care across the UK, dedicated to delivering safe, nurturing, and high-quality placements for children and young people. We focus on achieving the best outcomes through individualised care, therapeutic support, and a strong, motivated team. With a commitment to staff development and innovation, we provide extensive training, clinical and therapeutic guidance, and 24/7 management support. The role We are looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our Home, providing medium to long-term placements where this is the most suitable intervention. This is a vital role requiring strong leadership, practical childcare expertise, and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every child. Responsibilities include: Lead and manage the Home in line with Children's Homes Regulations 2001 and National Minimum Standards 2002. Deliver high-quality care, shaping the Home's Statement of Purpose and ensuring staff uphold the highest standards. Line manage Deputy Manager, Team Leaders, and Residential Care Workers, including supervision, mentoring, appraisals, and development. Coordinate staff rotas and ensure appropriate cover for childcare needs at all times. Develop service initiatives, manage budgets, and oversee quality assurance to deliver value for money. Liaise with families, regulatory bodies, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams to safeguard and promote children's well-being. Ensure Health and Safety compliance and maintain a safe, clean, and well-equipped environment. Requirements Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care Services (Children and Young People's Residential Management) or willingness to achieve within three years. Significant experience in residential childcare, ideally as a Registered Manager for at least one year. Proven leadership, staff supervision, and budget management skills. Knowledge of Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, Children's Homes Regulations, safeguarding, care planning, and risk management. Emotional resilience, integrity, flexibility, creativity, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Fitness and availability to manage the Home effectively, including on-call duties and occasional support for other Homes. This Registered Manager role requires Ofsted/CSSIW registration approval, an enhanced DBS check, and a commitment to the long-term well-being of children and young people. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, practical childcare skills, and a proactive approach to team and service development. If you are committed to making a real difference and leading a motivated, professional team, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your updated CV and a full job specification will be sent if you meet the role criteria. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Mar 21, 2026
Full time
Children's Home Manager Location: Ashton-under-Lyne (4 children, EBD/Mild LD) Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 plus Ofsted bonus and performance-related pay Hours: 40 per week, flexible rota including evenings, weekends and sleeping-in duties What we offer Competitive salary with performance-related pay and Ofsted bonus. Health and lifestyle programmes, professional development opportunities including NVQ and therapeutic/clinical qualifications. 24/7 HR and management support. Opportunities for career growth within the company. Auto-enrolment into company pension, 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and mileage reimbursement. About Stepping Stones Children's Homes Stepping Stones Children's Homes is a respected provider of residential care across the UK, dedicated to delivering safe, nurturing, and high-quality placements for children and young people. We focus on achieving the best outcomes through individualised care, therapeutic support, and a strong, motivated team. With a commitment to staff development and innovation, we provide extensive training, clinical and therapeutic guidance, and 24/7 management support. The role We are looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our Home, providing medium to long-term placements where this is the most suitable intervention. This is a vital role requiring strong leadership, practical childcare expertise, and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every child. Responsibilities include: Lead and manage the Home in line with Children's Homes Regulations 2001 and National Minimum Standards 2002. Deliver high-quality care, shaping the Home's Statement of Purpose and ensuring staff uphold the highest standards. Line manage Deputy Manager, Team Leaders, and Residential Care Workers, including supervision, mentoring, appraisals, and development. Coordinate staff rotas and ensure appropriate cover for childcare needs at all times. Develop service initiatives, manage budgets, and oversee quality assurance to deliver value for money. Liaise with families, regulatory bodies, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams to safeguard and promote children's well-being. Ensure Health and Safety compliance and maintain a safe, clean, and well-equipped environment. Requirements Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care Services (Children and Young People's Residential Management) or willingness to achieve within three years. Significant experience in residential childcare, ideally as a Registered Manager for at least one year. Proven leadership, staff supervision, and budget management skills. Knowledge of Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, Children's Homes Regulations, safeguarding, care planning, and risk management. Emotional resilience, integrity, flexibility, creativity, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Fitness and availability to manage the Home effectively, including on-call duties and occasional support for other Homes. This Registered Manager role requires Ofsted/CSSIW registration approval, an enhanced DBS check, and a commitment to the long-term well-being of children and young people. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, practical childcare skills, and a proactive approach to team and service development. If you are committed to making a real difference and leading a motivated, professional team, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your updated CV and a full job specification will be sent if you meet the role criteria. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Role: CSE/Complex Care - Clinical Team Lead Salary/Benefits: Up to £50,000 Depending on Experience Hours: 40 hours (Monday to Friday) Location: Yorkshire region (East Yorkshire, West Yorkshire & West Humberside) Cambian Group, the UK's largest provider of specialist services in children's residential care, education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities, is looking for a dedicated individual to join the company as CSE/CC Clinical Team Lead for the Yorkshire & West Humberside region). The post will require someone with extensive knowledge of CSE/CC, clinical practice within the area of multi-agency safeguarding as well as leadership experience. Direct experience of working with children who live in residential care is ideal, however, other general practice of systemic work with adolescents will be considered. Job Role This role provides oversight and clinical governance to the CSE/CC services in the Yorkshire and West Humberside region. The region currently has four Mental Health Practitioners in post, to undertake day to day clinical tasks. You will have opportunities to work remotely to provide support, clinical supervision and guidance depending on service needs. The Yorkshire and West Humberside region (which is the primary base for this role) has one full-time and 3 part-time Mental Health Practitioners, who will work alongside you to form the core clinical team. As the clinical lead, you will be responsible for the implementation of the service delivery by co-ordinating assessments and interventions, providing guidance and feedback on assessments and clinical recommendations, supporting with multi-agency risk assessments in relation to CSE, offering consultation, advice and guidance to operational and educational colleagues. You will have a small case-load of direct work with young people and will offer training packages and bespoke workshops for teams as and when required. The person in this role works closely with the regional manager and regional lead for education to ensure collaborative and aligned working. Due to the nature of the role and context, an understanding of the impact of trauma and attachment in practice is essential. Experience of working with traumatised individuals, families / systems is essential as well as some leadership experience. We are looking for someone who can lead by example, is fundamentally warm, nurturing and compassionate and can maintain a calm, reflective, systemic position. Ideally you will demonstrate initiative and have experience in leading on various projects. Applications welcomed from Practitioner Psychologists, experienced registered Mental Health Nurses, Therapists, Therapeutic Social Workers and Psychotherapists. Further duties are described in the attached Job Description. Candidate Profile: To be successful within this role you will need to have knowledge / experience in: CSE/Complex Care - the impact this has upon young people, families and systems.Working with children and young people presenting with a range of clinical needs.Supervising both clinical and non-clinical colleagues. Knowledge of theory and practice of therapeutic interventions with children and young people.Assessment, formulation and interventions.Partnership working supporting agreed placement objectives, care planning and progression including regular clinical reporting and routine outcome measures.Teaching / training.Risk assessment / risk planning Essential: Registered with the relevant professional body (HCPC, NMC, SWE, BABCP)Relevant qualifications to allow you to offer assessments and interventionsBe a strong team player, with excellent communication skillsHave excellent communication, organisational and time management skillsCaring, compassionate and able to engage with young people In return we offer: Clinical supervisionTraining and CPDPeer support Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
Mar 21, 2026
Full time
Role: CSE/Complex Care - Clinical Team Lead Salary/Benefits: Up to £50,000 Depending on Experience Hours: 40 hours (Monday to Friday) Location: Yorkshire region (East Yorkshire, West Yorkshire & West Humberside) Cambian Group, the UK's largest provider of specialist services in children's residential care, education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities, is looking for a dedicated individual to join the company as CSE/CC Clinical Team Lead for the Yorkshire & West Humberside region). The post will require someone with extensive knowledge of CSE/CC, clinical practice within the area of multi-agency safeguarding as well as leadership experience. Direct experience of working with children who live in residential care is ideal, however, other general practice of systemic work with adolescents will be considered. Job Role This role provides oversight and clinical governance to the CSE/CC services in the Yorkshire and West Humberside region. The region currently has four Mental Health Practitioners in post, to undertake day to day clinical tasks. You will have opportunities to work remotely to provide support, clinical supervision and guidance depending on service needs. The Yorkshire and West Humberside region (which is the primary base for this role) has one full-time and 3 part-time Mental Health Practitioners, who will work alongside you to form the core clinical team. As the clinical lead, you will be responsible for the implementation of the service delivery by co-ordinating assessments and interventions, providing guidance and feedback on assessments and clinical recommendations, supporting with multi-agency risk assessments in relation to CSE, offering consultation, advice and guidance to operational and educational colleagues. You will have a small case-load of direct work with young people and will offer training packages and bespoke workshops for teams as and when required. The person in this role works closely with the regional manager and regional lead for education to ensure collaborative and aligned working. Due to the nature of the role and context, an understanding of the impact of trauma and attachment in practice is essential. Experience of working with traumatised individuals, families / systems is essential as well as some leadership experience. We are looking for someone who can lead by example, is fundamentally warm, nurturing and compassionate and can maintain a calm, reflective, systemic position. Ideally you will demonstrate initiative and have experience in leading on various projects. Applications welcomed from Practitioner Psychologists, experienced registered Mental Health Nurses, Therapists, Therapeutic Social Workers and Psychotherapists. Further duties are described in the attached Job Description. Candidate Profile: To be successful within this role you will need to have knowledge / experience in: CSE/Complex Care - the impact this has upon young people, families and systems.Working with children and young people presenting with a range of clinical needs.Supervising both clinical and non-clinical colleagues. Knowledge of theory and practice of therapeutic interventions with children and young people.Assessment, formulation and interventions.Partnership working supporting agreed placement objectives, care planning and progression including regular clinical reporting and routine outcome measures.Teaching / training.Risk assessment / risk planning Essential: Registered with the relevant professional body (HCPC, NMC, SWE, BABCP)Relevant qualifications to allow you to offer assessments and interventionsBe a strong team player, with excellent communication skillsHave excellent communication, organisational and time management skillsCaring, compassionate and able to engage with young people In return we offer: Clinical supervisionTraining and CPDPeer support Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
As Head of Supported Housing Somerset, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Thrive 16+ service, delivering 95 units of supported accommodation for young people aged across East and South Somerset. This is a great opportunity for an experienced housing, care or support services leader with a proven track record in Ofsted/CQC regulated environments, with expertise in managing complex safeguarding and large, multi-site teams. The ideal candidate will be trauma-informed and capable of driving service improvement through the voices of the young people we support. Background The Head of Supported Housing - Somerset is a critical role which will provide leadership of our supported accommodation service in Somerset called Thrive 16+. Thrive 16+ is a service which offers housing related support and accommodation for young people in care and care leavers. It also supports young people who are homeless. This service is for young people aged between 16 and 25 and is delivered across Glastonbury, Street, Frome, and Yeovil. This role will also be the Ofsted registered manager, and will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Job Purpose As Head of Supported Housing Somerset , you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Thrive 16+ service , delivering 95 units of supported accommodation for young people aged across East and South Somerset. Thrive 16+ exists to transform the lives of young people who are leaving care or experiencing homelessness. Through safe accommodation, trauma-informed support, and aspirational pathways into independence, the service enables young people to build confidence, develop life skills and pursue their ambitions. This service is central to YMCA Brunel Group s mission. As a senior leader, you will shape its future direction, ensuring the service delivers exceptional outcomes for young people while maintaining strong partnerships with Somerset Council and other key stakeholders. You will lead a workforce of around 40 colleagues , cultivating a culture that reflects YMCA Brunel Group s values: Kind creating a safe, compassionate environment where young people feel valued and supported Curious continually learning, improving, and seeking better ways to support young people Genuine building authentic relationships with young people, colleagues, and partners Wave-makers innovating and advocating for positive change in the lives of young people Custodians responsibly stewarding the homes, resources and trust placed in us Our service is registered with Ofsted for supporting young people aged . The post holder will therefore act as the Ofsted Registered Manager , holding legal accountability for the safety and quality of the service and acting as the Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead . With potentially seven years remaining on the current contract, this role offers a significant opportunity to shape the next evolution of the service , ensuring young people not only achieve independence but exceed their aspirations. For full details of the role, expectations and benefits, please refer to the Job Application Pack.
Mar 21, 2026
Full time
As Head of Supported Housing Somerset, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Thrive 16+ service, delivering 95 units of supported accommodation for young people aged across East and South Somerset. This is a great opportunity for an experienced housing, care or support services leader with a proven track record in Ofsted/CQC regulated environments, with expertise in managing complex safeguarding and large, multi-site teams. The ideal candidate will be trauma-informed and capable of driving service improvement through the voices of the young people we support. Background The Head of Supported Housing - Somerset is a critical role which will provide leadership of our supported accommodation service in Somerset called Thrive 16+. Thrive 16+ is a service which offers housing related support and accommodation for young people in care and care leavers. It also supports young people who are homeless. This service is for young people aged between 16 and 25 and is delivered across Glastonbury, Street, Frome, and Yeovil. This role will also be the Ofsted registered manager, and will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Job Purpose As Head of Supported Housing Somerset , you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Thrive 16+ service , delivering 95 units of supported accommodation for young people aged across East and South Somerset. Thrive 16+ exists to transform the lives of young people who are leaving care or experiencing homelessness. Through safe accommodation, trauma-informed support, and aspirational pathways into independence, the service enables young people to build confidence, develop life skills and pursue their ambitions. This service is central to YMCA Brunel Group s mission. As a senior leader, you will shape its future direction, ensuring the service delivers exceptional outcomes for young people while maintaining strong partnerships with Somerset Council and other key stakeholders. You will lead a workforce of around 40 colleagues , cultivating a culture that reflects YMCA Brunel Group s values: Kind creating a safe, compassionate environment where young people feel valued and supported Curious continually learning, improving, and seeking better ways to support young people Genuine building authentic relationships with young people, colleagues, and partners Wave-makers innovating and advocating for positive change in the lives of young people Custodians responsibly stewarding the homes, resources and trust placed in us Our service is registered with Ofsted for supporting young people aged . The post holder will therefore act as the Ofsted Registered Manager , holding legal accountability for the safety and quality of the service and acting as the Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead . With potentially seven years remaining on the current contract, this role offers a significant opportunity to shape the next evolution of the service , ensuring young people not only achieve independence but exceed their aspirations. For full details of the role, expectations and benefits, please refer to the Job Application Pack.
A Day Team Leader at SuperCare provides structure, support, and inspiration for a team working with young people who present with complex learning disabilities and associated conditions/syndromes such as: Smith-Magenis Syndrome, congenital hypopituitarism, global developmental delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), SEMH difficulties, sensory processing differences, and attachment-related trauma. You'll help set the tone for the day: ensuring routines are consistent, staff feel supported, and children experience warmth, safety, and opportunity. What You'll Do Lead and organise day shifts, guiding staff through routines and responsibilities. Oversee care planning, medical regimes, and safeguarding requirements. Coach and mentor colleagues in trauma-informed, attachment-aware practice. Build collaborative relationships with schools, therapists, and health teams. Ensure structured, predictable routines that help children feel safe. Support children directly, modelling patience, empathy, and resilience. What We're Looking For Experienced shift leader in children's residential or SEN care. Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care (NVQ3 or equivalent). Skilled in supporting complex medical conditions and genetic syndromes. Strong communicator with clear professional boundaries. Relational leader who can inspire, support, and challenge staff constructively. Experienced candidates would also bring working knowledge of supporting developmental trauma, attachment difficulties, sensory processing difficulties, complex medical needs. The young people in this home are incredibly energetic and active! Therefore you should be able to physically and mentally engage in a wide range of activities. Benefits of Working at SuperCare At SuperCare, we're on a mission to be the number one employer in social care. We know our staff give so much of themselves, so we make sure we give back. Salary 20% above the sector average. Rota: 07:30-22:30 (1 day on, 2 days off). 36 days of advanced training annually. Level 3/5 Diplomas fully funded. Private healthcare & 24/7 GP. Gym membership stipend. Clear pathway to Deputy Manager or Registered Manager. Pension & bonus scheme. Parking and communal cars provided to transport young people in the community Next Steps: Please apply for this role if you're passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. If you'd like to find out more about the company and our values or mission please visit (url removed)
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
A Day Team Leader at SuperCare provides structure, support, and inspiration for a team working with young people who present with complex learning disabilities and associated conditions/syndromes such as: Smith-Magenis Syndrome, congenital hypopituitarism, global developmental delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), SEMH difficulties, sensory processing differences, and attachment-related trauma. You'll help set the tone for the day: ensuring routines are consistent, staff feel supported, and children experience warmth, safety, and opportunity. What You'll Do Lead and organise day shifts, guiding staff through routines and responsibilities. Oversee care planning, medical regimes, and safeguarding requirements. Coach and mentor colleagues in trauma-informed, attachment-aware practice. Build collaborative relationships with schools, therapists, and health teams. Ensure structured, predictable routines that help children feel safe. Support children directly, modelling patience, empathy, and resilience. What We're Looking For Experienced shift leader in children's residential or SEN care. Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care (NVQ3 or equivalent). Skilled in supporting complex medical conditions and genetic syndromes. Strong communicator with clear professional boundaries. Relational leader who can inspire, support, and challenge staff constructively. Experienced candidates would also bring working knowledge of supporting developmental trauma, attachment difficulties, sensory processing difficulties, complex medical needs. The young people in this home are incredibly energetic and active! Therefore you should be able to physically and mentally engage in a wide range of activities. Benefits of Working at SuperCare At SuperCare, we're on a mission to be the number one employer in social care. We know our staff give so much of themselves, so we make sure we give back. Salary 20% above the sector average. Rota: 07:30-22:30 (1 day on, 2 days off). 36 days of advanced training annually. Level 3/5 Diplomas fully funded. Private healthcare & 24/7 GP. Gym membership stipend. Clear pathway to Deputy Manager or Registered Manager. Pension & bonus scheme. Parking and communal cars provided to transport young people in the community Next Steps: Please apply for this role if you're passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. If you'd like to find out more about the company and our values or mission please visit (url removed)
A message from Rachael Wardell, Executive Director - Children, Families and Lifelong Learning, Surrey County Council: "I am really pleased that you're interested in joining Surrey County Council within the Children, Families and Lifelong Learning (CFLL) directorate. People are the beating heart of everything we do in CFLL. Our collective purpose as a directorate is to ensure that children are seen and heard, are safe and can grow; it is also to ensure that everyone in Surrey - children and adults - benefits from education and can achieve their potential. As a directorate we have big and bold ambitions for the next few years and our workforce is crucial in helping achieve these." Would you like to be part of an innovative, evidence-based and outcome-focused service, with excellent supervision and development opportunities? There has never been a better time to join us! Our EP Service has a strong commitment to high quality, applied psychology and has dedicated time to engage in a broad range of preventative work, alongside statutory work, with opportunities to develop areas of specialist expertise. Our Offer to You A competitive salary for main grade EPs: Soulbury Scale A, 3 - 8: £49,215 - £59,809 per annum per annum, with up to 3 SPA points (existing SPA points will be transferred). A starting salary at point A5 for newly qualified EPs SPA points 1 and 2 are automatically awarded after 1 and 2 years successful practice London Fringe Area allowance of £970 per annum Essential Car User Lump Sum Allowance of £963 per annum 26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year 2 paid volunteering days per year Part time and fixed term opportunities are available Flexible working options around school core hours Mobile and agile working solutions with friendly local bases for office working An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing A comprehensive supervision programme consisting of peer supervision and regular supervision with your line manager A comprehensive induction programme including a buddy for the first term. Newly qualified EPs will also have a reduced caseload for the first term Extensive CPD programme with 7 whole service study days across the year, development activities within area team meetings and opportunities to develop areas of special interest in line with the council's priorities Generous Local Government salary-related pension offered and the option to join the car lease scheme Relocation package of up to £8,000 which is exempt from tax and National Insurance contributions for permanent positions Visa sponsorship About the Service We are a large and expanding service consisting of a PEP, Area Senior EPs, EPs, Trainee EPs, Locum / Associate EPs and a dedicated Business Support team. Within the service we are divided into four area quadrants with offices in Weybridge, Reigate and Woking and we will aim to accommodate your preferred location. We are a supportive service, who adopt flexible and hybrid working practices. Our team members tell us that our positive relationships, professional autonomy, continuous professional development and emphasis on regular meetings with peers are real strengths of the service. We are part of a wider Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and work collaboratively with colleagues in Speech and Language Therapy and Specialist Teaching. We also work closely with colleagues in health and social care and engage with these services to promote emotional wellbeing and mental health. We are committed to enabling positive futures for all children and young people. Our focus is on the young person in their educational, home and community setting. We work collaboratively through the application of psychological theory, research and person-centred techniques with children and young people, their families and professionals to enable children to thrive in their local communities. Consultation, co-production and inclusion are fundamental to all aspects of our work. We have many interesting opportunities for you to get involved with, some examples include: Working with Surrey's Virtual School, Surrey Early Education Services, the Team Around the School, Adoption Southeast and our local Mental Health Support Teams Training Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSAs), school staff in Literacy for All approaches, school staff to support CYP experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance, school staff in the Compassionate Schools Programme and Key Adult Programme Supervising trainee EPs, assistant EPs, ELSAs and nurture group teachers Supporting school staff through our bookable consultations, AANTs (Analysis of Additional Needs Tool) and telephone helpline Supporting families through multi family groups Service development activities such as our work on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and supporting aspiring EPs About the Role As part of the Council's commitment to providing early intervention, we are looking to expand our capacity to deliver a sustainable preventative offer to schools, alongside our statutory work, and to strengthen our emotional wellbeing and mental health offer in partnership with health colleagues. We are seeking applicants who have a commitment to delivering high quality work through applied psychology. We welcome applications from experienced Educational Psychologists as well as current year two and three Trainee EPs. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You want to work in a service committed to promoting positive futures for children and young people You have a recognised qualification in Educational Psychology You are registered with the HCPC Surrey has both urban and rural areas and our EPs will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. We are a supportive and friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to start your career or to further develop your psychological skills, then please do get in touch to find out more. This is a rolling advert and applications will be reviewed regularly. If your application is successfully shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
A message from Rachael Wardell, Executive Director - Children, Families and Lifelong Learning, Surrey County Council: "I am really pleased that you're interested in joining Surrey County Council within the Children, Families and Lifelong Learning (CFLL) directorate. People are the beating heart of everything we do in CFLL. Our collective purpose as a directorate is to ensure that children are seen and heard, are safe and can grow; it is also to ensure that everyone in Surrey - children and adults - benefits from education and can achieve their potential. As a directorate we have big and bold ambitions for the next few years and our workforce is crucial in helping achieve these." Would you like to be part of an innovative, evidence-based and outcome-focused service, with excellent supervision and development opportunities? There has never been a better time to join us! Our EP Service has a strong commitment to high quality, applied psychology and has dedicated time to engage in a broad range of preventative work, alongside statutory work, with opportunities to develop areas of specialist expertise. Our Offer to You A competitive salary for main grade EPs: Soulbury Scale A, 3 - 8: £49,215 - £59,809 per annum per annum, with up to 3 SPA points (existing SPA points will be transferred). A starting salary at point A5 for newly qualified EPs SPA points 1 and 2 are automatically awarded after 1 and 2 years successful practice London Fringe Area allowance of £970 per annum Essential Car User Lump Sum Allowance of £963 per annum 26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year 2 paid volunteering days per year Part time and fixed term opportunities are available Flexible working options around school core hours Mobile and agile working solutions with friendly local bases for office working An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing A comprehensive supervision programme consisting of peer supervision and regular supervision with your line manager A comprehensive induction programme including a buddy for the first term. Newly qualified EPs will also have a reduced caseload for the first term Extensive CPD programme with 7 whole service study days across the year, development activities within area team meetings and opportunities to develop areas of special interest in line with the council's priorities Generous Local Government salary-related pension offered and the option to join the car lease scheme Relocation package of up to £8,000 which is exempt from tax and National Insurance contributions for permanent positions Visa sponsorship About the Service We are a large and expanding service consisting of a PEP, Area Senior EPs, EPs, Trainee EPs, Locum / Associate EPs and a dedicated Business Support team. Within the service we are divided into four area quadrants with offices in Weybridge, Reigate and Woking and we will aim to accommodate your preferred location. We are a supportive service, who adopt flexible and hybrid working practices. Our team members tell us that our positive relationships, professional autonomy, continuous professional development and emphasis on regular meetings with peers are real strengths of the service. We are part of a wider Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and work collaboratively with colleagues in Speech and Language Therapy and Specialist Teaching. We also work closely with colleagues in health and social care and engage with these services to promote emotional wellbeing and mental health. We are committed to enabling positive futures for all children and young people. Our focus is on the young person in their educational, home and community setting. We work collaboratively through the application of psychological theory, research and person-centred techniques with children and young people, their families and professionals to enable children to thrive in their local communities. Consultation, co-production and inclusion are fundamental to all aspects of our work. We have many interesting opportunities for you to get involved with, some examples include: Working with Surrey's Virtual School, Surrey Early Education Services, the Team Around the School, Adoption Southeast and our local Mental Health Support Teams Training Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSAs), school staff in Literacy for All approaches, school staff to support CYP experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance, school staff in the Compassionate Schools Programme and Key Adult Programme Supervising trainee EPs, assistant EPs, ELSAs and nurture group teachers Supporting school staff through our bookable consultations, AANTs (Analysis of Additional Needs Tool) and telephone helpline Supporting families through multi family groups Service development activities such as our work on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and supporting aspiring EPs About the Role As part of the Council's commitment to providing early intervention, we are looking to expand our capacity to deliver a sustainable preventative offer to schools, alongside our statutory work, and to strengthen our emotional wellbeing and mental health offer in partnership with health colleagues. We are seeking applicants who have a commitment to delivering high quality work through applied psychology. We welcome applications from experienced Educational Psychologists as well as current year two and three Trainee EPs. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You want to work in a service committed to promoting positive futures for children and young people You have a recognised qualification in Educational Psychology You are registered with the HCPC Surrey has both urban and rural areas and our EPs will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. We are a supportive and friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to start your career or to further develop your psychological skills, then please do get in touch to find out more. This is a rolling advert and applications will be reviewed regularly. If your application is successfully shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Sessional Assessing Social Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Role: Self-employed Form F Assessor Locations: Applicants must live within the following areas, Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Sutton, and Wandsworth. Pay - £2,250 per Form F Assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for panel ready assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 45p mileage We are the UK s largest specialist charity provider of fostering. Our core work involves providing high quality and well supported fostering families for children and young people in the care of local authorities. As a not for profit organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. TACT invests all surplus income into staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to establish expert in-house support services such as our TACT Health and Education Services and create TACT Connect, our ground-breaking scheme for care experienced young people and adults. New staff and workers will join us as we embark on a journey to become a wholly trauma-informed organisation with the aim of increasing our effectiveness and improving outcomes for the children and young people in our care. As a self-employed worker with TACT, you will be a part of our amazing team of professionals working with our organisational values at the heart of their everyday practice. You can review our values here. We are recruiting sessional assessing social workers to undertake Form F assessments . Our assessments are undertaken face to face. Applicants must live within the following areas, Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Sutton, and Wandsworth. Key Duties for Form F Assessors include: To undertake and complete Form F assessments in the timescale set out in our policy and guidance. To visit personal referees as identified on application form for prospective foster carers. To ensure that all checks and references are undertaken and completed. To provide to the supervisor, regular written updates of the draft assessment. To liaise with our administrative team concerning the progress of administrative checks and completion of the Form F. To be available for supervision, consultation or liaison as required. To be available to present completed Form Fs to the virtual fostering panel and provide support to the applicants through this process. To be aware of our child protection procedures and immediately report any child protection matter or concerns to a TACT manager and any relevant placing authority and the area authority. To carry out the duties in line with our Foster Carer and Supervising Social Worker Standards and Practice Guidance. Rates of Pay for Form F Assessors £2,250 per Form F Assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for panel ready assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 45p mileage £37.50 per hour for assessments which are not completed, and any other piece of work. Please see the Self-Employed Form F Assessor Job Information Pack for a full breakdown of role requirements. You will be DipSW, CSS or CQSW qualified and registered with the relevant regulatory body (Social Work England). An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this role and will be undertaken by TACT on your behalf. Closing Date: Thursday 16th April 2026 Interview Date: Friday 24th April 2026 Safeguarding is everyone s business and we believe that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard our young people. All staff are expected to work in line with TACT s safeguarding policies. We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Sessional Assessing Social Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Role: Self-employed Form F Assessor Locations: Applicants must live within the following areas, Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Sutton, and Wandsworth. Pay - £2,250 per Form F Assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for panel ready assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 45p mileage We are the UK s largest specialist charity provider of fostering. Our core work involves providing high quality and well supported fostering families for children and young people in the care of local authorities. As a not for profit organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. TACT invests all surplus income into staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to establish expert in-house support services such as our TACT Health and Education Services and create TACT Connect, our ground-breaking scheme for care experienced young people and adults. New staff and workers will join us as we embark on a journey to become a wholly trauma-informed organisation with the aim of increasing our effectiveness and improving outcomes for the children and young people in our care. As a self-employed worker with TACT, you will be a part of our amazing team of professionals working with our organisational values at the heart of their everyday practice. You can review our values here. We are recruiting sessional assessing social workers to undertake Form F assessments . Our assessments are undertaken face to face. Applicants must live within the following areas, Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Sutton, and Wandsworth. Key Duties for Form F Assessors include: To undertake and complete Form F assessments in the timescale set out in our policy and guidance. To visit personal referees as identified on application form for prospective foster carers. To ensure that all checks and references are undertaken and completed. To provide to the supervisor, regular written updates of the draft assessment. To liaise with our administrative team concerning the progress of administrative checks and completion of the Form F. To be available for supervision, consultation or liaison as required. To be available to present completed Form Fs to the virtual fostering panel and provide support to the applicants through this process. To be aware of our child protection procedures and immediately report any child protection matter or concerns to a TACT manager and any relevant placing authority and the area authority. To carry out the duties in line with our Foster Carer and Supervising Social Worker Standards and Practice Guidance. Rates of Pay for Form F Assessors £2,250 per Form F Assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for panel ready assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 45p mileage £37.50 per hour for assessments which are not completed, and any other piece of work. Please see the Self-Employed Form F Assessor Job Information Pack for a full breakdown of role requirements. You will be DipSW, CSS or CQSW qualified and registered with the relevant regulatory body (Social Work England). An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this role and will be undertaken by TACT on your behalf. Closing Date: Thursday 16th April 2026 Interview Date: Friday 24th April 2026 Safeguarding is everyone s business and we believe that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard our young people. All staff are expected to work in line with TACT s safeguarding policies. We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Registered Manager - Children's Home Location: Monmouthshire Salary: Up to 45,000 Full-time, 40 hours + on-call rota A great opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional to lead a children's home supporting young people with emotional, behavioural and developmental needs. The Role Lead the day-to-day running of the home and ensure high-quality, child-centred care. Maintain a safe, warm and nurturing environment for young people. Oversee routines, activities, household tasks and key working. Ensure CIW compliance and drive continuous improvement. Build positive relationships with young people, staff and external professionals. Key Responsibilities Manage and support the staff team through supervision, coaching and rota planning. Lead on care plans, risk assessments and documentation. Support effective behaviour management and safeguarding practice. Maintain strong communication, handovers and team meetings. Manage budgets, resources and contribute to recruitment. About You Experience working with children in a residential setting. Strong understanding of child development, safeguarding and group dynamics. Confident leader with excellent communication skills. Able to manage challenging situations and work under pressure. IT literate and a full UK driving licence. Qualifications Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Level 4 and 5 Leadership and Management (or already enrolled/working towards). Alternative recognised pathways (e.g. Social Work, Nursing, OT) also considered. If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and make a lasting impact in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or call Kian on (phone number removed) for an informal chat about the role.
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Registered Manager - Children's Home Location: Monmouthshire Salary: Up to 45,000 Full-time, 40 hours + on-call rota A great opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional to lead a children's home supporting young people with emotional, behavioural and developmental needs. The Role Lead the day-to-day running of the home and ensure high-quality, child-centred care. Maintain a safe, warm and nurturing environment for young people. Oversee routines, activities, household tasks and key working. Ensure CIW compliance and drive continuous improvement. Build positive relationships with young people, staff and external professionals. Key Responsibilities Manage and support the staff team through supervision, coaching and rota planning. Lead on care plans, risk assessments and documentation. Support effective behaviour management and safeguarding practice. Maintain strong communication, handovers and team meetings. Manage budgets, resources and contribute to recruitment. About You Experience working with children in a residential setting. Strong understanding of child development, safeguarding and group dynamics. Confident leader with excellent communication skills. Able to manage challenging situations and work under pressure. IT literate and a full UK driving licence. Qualifications Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Level 4 and 5 Leadership and Management (or already enrolled/working towards). Alternative recognised pathways (e.g. Social Work, Nursing, OT) also considered. If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and make a lasting impact in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or call Kian on (phone number removed) for an informal chat about the role.
Job Title: Deputy Care Manager (Nurse Qualified) Location: Southport Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: £23.00 per hour An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and driven Nurse Deputy Care Manager to join a specialist service that provides a stimulating and supportive environment for younger adults living with a mental health diagnosis. This is a role with real purpose. Whether building on existing senior experience or ready to take the next significant step, the successful candidate will be supported to grow, develop, and become a leader within a forward thinking healthcare team. The position consists of 2 nursing shifts and 2 supernumerary shifts per week, including some weekends, offering the perfect balance of clinical leadership and hands on care. About the Role Working closely with the Home Manager, the Deputy Care Manager will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and team performance. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Home Manager with operational oversight of the service Leading and motivating the nursing team to deliver outstanding, person centered care Acting as Clinical Lead, providing guidance and professional support to staff Ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and internal policies Participating in staff supervision, training, and ongoing development Conducting audits, reviewing care plans, and overseeing safe medication management Promoting a positive, recovery focused culture for residents and their families About the Candidate The ideal candidate will be a confident and compassionate nurse leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional care. Requirements include: NMC Registered (RGN or RMN) Previous experience in a senior nursing role Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills A genuine commitment to high-quality, person-centered care What s on Offer £23.00 per hour Overtime premium of £2.00 per hour Paid DBS Annual NMC renewal fees covered Enhanced Bank Holiday pay rates Refer-a-Friend scheme Simply Health Cash Plan Employee rewards and recognition platform Discounted staff meals Free uniform Professional development opportunities, including NVQs and further qualifications Free Blue Light Discount Card This is an opportunity to join a people-led service where every shift matters, leadership is valued, and career progression is actively supported. For a Nurse Deputy Manager ready to make a meaningful impact every day, this role offers both challenge and reward in equal measure. For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Rory on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Deputy Care Manager (Nurse Qualified) Location: Southport Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: £23.00 per hour An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and driven Nurse Deputy Care Manager to join a specialist service that provides a stimulating and supportive environment for younger adults living with a mental health diagnosis. This is a role with real purpose. Whether building on existing senior experience or ready to take the next significant step, the successful candidate will be supported to grow, develop, and become a leader within a forward thinking healthcare team. The position consists of 2 nursing shifts and 2 supernumerary shifts per week, including some weekends, offering the perfect balance of clinical leadership and hands on care. About the Role Working closely with the Home Manager, the Deputy Care Manager will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and team performance. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Home Manager with operational oversight of the service Leading and motivating the nursing team to deliver outstanding, person centered care Acting as Clinical Lead, providing guidance and professional support to staff Ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and internal policies Participating in staff supervision, training, and ongoing development Conducting audits, reviewing care plans, and overseeing safe medication management Promoting a positive, recovery focused culture for residents and their families About the Candidate The ideal candidate will be a confident and compassionate nurse leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional care. Requirements include: NMC Registered (RGN or RMN) Previous experience in a senior nursing role Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills A genuine commitment to high-quality, person-centered care What s on Offer £23.00 per hour Overtime premium of £2.00 per hour Paid DBS Annual NMC renewal fees covered Enhanced Bank Holiday pay rates Refer-a-Friend scheme Simply Health Cash Plan Employee rewards and recognition platform Discounted staff meals Free uniform Professional development opportunities, including NVQs and further qualifications Free Blue Light Discount Card This is an opportunity to join a people-led service where every shift matters, leadership is valued, and career progression is actively supported. For a Nurse Deputy Manager ready to make a meaningful impact every day, this role offers both challenge and reward in equal measure. For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Rory on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Registered Manager - Children's Home Location: Monmouthshire Salary: Up to £45,000 Full-time, 40 hours + on-call rota A great opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional to lead a children's home supporting young people with emotional, behavioural and developmental needs click apply for full job details
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Registered Manager - Children's Home Location: Monmouthshire Salary: Up to £45,000 Full-time, 40 hours + on-call rota A great opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional to lead a children's home supporting young people with emotional, behavioural and developmental needs click apply for full job details
Role: Children's Residential Support Worker. If you have a passion for helping children and want to help young people achieve their aspirations this is the perfect opportunity for you! Location: Doncaster Area : Children's Homes. Pay Rate : Basic Salary: (Pro Rata) with sleep-in rate of £36.08, Night enhancement (time and third after 10pm) and 50% Weekend enhancement rate (time and a half). Typical earnings are £29,817 - £32,419. Role : Full Time. Hours of work are flexible and determined by the needs of the service and are on a shift basis which includes early mornings and late-night shifts, weekends and bank holidays. Potential sleep overnight shifts. There is also a part time wake night role 21 hours (overtime is available) Do you want to help Doncaster's City Council ensure their aims of ensuring that every child is safe from harm, active in the community and have fun? Our goals: We believe that every Children's Services employee can make a contribution to make our vision a reality and we encouraged everyone to work as part of the directorate team to shape children and family centred local services based on our priorities of ; helping children to live in safe and supportive families ensuring that we protect the most vulnerable encouraging activity and healthy eating improving support where there are additional health needs promoting sexual health readiness for school improving behaviour, attendance and achievement reducing the numbers of young people who are not in employment, education or training providing opportunities for play, leisure, culture and sporting opportunities reducing youth crime and anti-social behaviour increasing participation, voice and influence Role: - Under the general direction of the Registered Manger, Senior Staff and Care Offices, you will work as a team to deliver a high standard of care which meets the individual needs of the children and young people both socially and emotionally. - To make and maintain positive relationships with the children and young people, and to safely meet the physical care and management needs of children and young people who may present challenging behaviour. - To offer additional and supplementary cover to the existing staff teams within children's homes on an "as and when" basis. Responsibilities: - Provide a safe and stimulating environment to help children/young people develop and mature. - Introduce children to a range of different experiences and encourage choice. - Provide primary care such as health care appointments and personal care where appropriate to age and ability. - Plans organise and positively engage with children daily including special celebrations, festivals and outings. - Participate in holidays and physical activities with the young people. - Manage behaviour in a assertive, restorative and positive manager. And as a last resort be able to safely restrain/hold a child/young person following appropriate training. - Support education needs and help them realise their potential encouraging aspirations. - Seek to improve and work with the child/young person family members or important persons to give support and practical assistance. - Carry out domestic duties to ensure that the home is maintained to a high standard e.g. redecoration, some cleaning and laundry. - Be responsible for the maintenance of files (some held electronically) and other administrative tasks within the home. - Communicate in a coherent manner, both written and oral including being able to use electronic recording systems, email and other basic e-literacy tools. - Produce records daily to meet statutory and policy requirements. - Contribute to the home's development plans and constant improvement of service delivery to children. - Participate in training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills - Comply with Doncaster City Council polices, staff instructions and Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. If you are interested in this role, please apply!
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Role: Children's Residential Support Worker. If you have a passion for helping children and want to help young people achieve their aspirations this is the perfect opportunity for you! Location: Doncaster Area : Children's Homes. Pay Rate : Basic Salary: (Pro Rata) with sleep-in rate of £36.08, Night enhancement (time and third after 10pm) and 50% Weekend enhancement rate (time and a half). Typical earnings are £29,817 - £32,419. Role : Full Time. Hours of work are flexible and determined by the needs of the service and are on a shift basis which includes early mornings and late-night shifts, weekends and bank holidays. Potential sleep overnight shifts. There is also a part time wake night role 21 hours (overtime is available) Do you want to help Doncaster's City Council ensure their aims of ensuring that every child is safe from harm, active in the community and have fun? Our goals: We believe that every Children's Services employee can make a contribution to make our vision a reality and we encouraged everyone to work as part of the directorate team to shape children and family centred local services based on our priorities of ; helping children to live in safe and supportive families ensuring that we protect the most vulnerable encouraging activity and healthy eating improving support where there are additional health needs promoting sexual health readiness for school improving behaviour, attendance and achievement reducing the numbers of young people who are not in employment, education or training providing opportunities for play, leisure, culture and sporting opportunities reducing youth crime and anti-social behaviour increasing participation, voice and influence Role: - Under the general direction of the Registered Manger, Senior Staff and Care Offices, you will work as a team to deliver a high standard of care which meets the individual needs of the children and young people both socially and emotionally. - To make and maintain positive relationships with the children and young people, and to safely meet the physical care and management needs of children and young people who may present challenging behaviour. - To offer additional and supplementary cover to the existing staff teams within children's homes on an "as and when" basis. Responsibilities: - Provide a safe and stimulating environment to help children/young people develop and mature. - Introduce children to a range of different experiences and encourage choice. - Provide primary care such as health care appointments and personal care where appropriate to age and ability. - Plans organise and positively engage with children daily including special celebrations, festivals and outings. - Participate in holidays and physical activities with the young people. - Manage behaviour in a assertive, restorative and positive manager. And as a last resort be able to safely restrain/hold a child/young person following appropriate training. - Support education needs and help them realise their potential encouraging aspirations. - Seek to improve and work with the child/young person family members or important persons to give support and practical assistance. - Carry out domestic duties to ensure that the home is maintained to a high standard e.g. redecoration, some cleaning and laundry. - Be responsible for the maintenance of files (some held electronically) and other administrative tasks within the home. - Communicate in a coherent manner, both written and oral including being able to use electronic recording systems, email and other basic e-literacy tools. - Produce records daily to meet statutory and policy requirements. - Contribute to the home's development plans and constant improvement of service delivery to children. - Participate in training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills - Comply with Doncaster City Council polices, staff instructions and Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. If you are interested in this role, please apply!
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Greenfields as a Children's Home Intake & Assessment Registered Manager in Gloucester and make a lasting impact to young people About Us At Greenfields we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and support to children and young people through a multi-disciplinary approach. Greenfields is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. We offer care, education and therapy input in a nurtured, structured, stable environment with clear boundaries, focusing on the relationship the adults have with the children and a place they can call their home. About You We are looking for an exceptional Manager for our Children's Home in Powys that has an onsite school, to lead the Intake and Assessment of Children that are in our care. Currently home to four young people with complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, as a result of adverse childhood experiences. Children come to this home for six to nine months whilst you work with a Clinical team to assess their care, clinical and education needs. All of the Greenfields team work together to create an environment where children grow and thrive in reaching their full potential, as they embark on a pathway to a brighter future. You will lead a stable and motivated team to deliver high and consistent standards of care and support for our young people, ensuring they are kept safe, that you advocate strongly for them and their voice shines through everything we do. You will need a real eye for detail - understanding that our absolute commitment to the Safeguarding of our children and young people and the Quality of our service are the top priorities. You will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the statutory and regulatory environment for registered Children's Homes. You will have a strong track record of successful working with vulnerable children and young people. QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children's Services or equivalent. Greenfields is a unique business, where staff are committed and leaders are visible and supportive. You will need to balance a hands-on, practical approach with a creative and innovative style and the ability to respond with positivity and a 'can do' attitude. Bringing our plans to life will be challenging and intense but, with enthusiasm, creativity and a positive approach, the reward and satisfaction will be second to none. You will have a unique opportunity to shape and deliver our long-term strategy and our drive to transform the lives of all our children and young people. Company Values Friendly, passionate and caring nature Positive, pleasant and approachable Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas What we Offer Entry salary up to £50,000 per annum depending on experience Welcome bonus £5,000 paid on registration £5,000 annual bonus for achieving budget and quality measures Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics Free meals on shift Refer a friend scheme' reward system - £1000 per referral Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend's grants.
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Greenfields as a Children's Home Intake & Assessment Registered Manager in Gloucester and make a lasting impact to young people About Us At Greenfields we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and support to children and young people through a multi-disciplinary approach. Greenfields is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. We offer care, education and therapy input in a nurtured, structured, stable environment with clear boundaries, focusing on the relationship the adults have with the children and a place they can call their home. About You We are looking for an exceptional Manager for our Children's Home in Powys that has an onsite school, to lead the Intake and Assessment of Children that are in our care. Currently home to four young people with complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, as a result of adverse childhood experiences. Children come to this home for six to nine months whilst you work with a Clinical team to assess their care, clinical and education needs. All of the Greenfields team work together to create an environment where children grow and thrive in reaching their full potential, as they embark on a pathway to a brighter future. You will lead a stable and motivated team to deliver high and consistent standards of care and support for our young people, ensuring they are kept safe, that you advocate strongly for them and their voice shines through everything we do. You will need a real eye for detail - understanding that our absolute commitment to the Safeguarding of our children and young people and the Quality of our service are the top priorities. You will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the statutory and regulatory environment for registered Children's Homes. You will have a strong track record of successful working with vulnerable children and young people. QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children's Services or equivalent. Greenfields is a unique business, where staff are committed and leaders are visible and supportive. You will need to balance a hands-on, practical approach with a creative and innovative style and the ability to respond with positivity and a 'can do' attitude. Bringing our plans to life will be challenging and intense but, with enthusiasm, creativity and a positive approach, the reward and satisfaction will be second to none. You will have a unique opportunity to shape and deliver our long-term strategy and our drive to transform the lives of all our children and young people. Company Values Friendly, passionate and caring nature Positive, pleasant and approachable Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas What we Offer Entry salary up to £50,000 per annum depending on experience Welcome bonus £5,000 paid on registration £5,000 annual bonus for achieving budget and quality measures Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics Free meals on shift Refer a friend scheme' reward system - £1000 per referral Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend's grants.
Our Client, a Greater Manchester council, is seeking an Assistant Team Manager to join their Children with Disability Team. Fantastic payrate of minimum £40 per hour! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: Support the Team Manager in the day-to-day leadership and operational management of the Children With Disabilities team. Provide professional supervision, guidance, and oversight to social workers, ensuring high-quality and consistent practice. Monitor and quality-assure assessments, plans, and safeguarding work to ensure compliance with statutory duties and local procedures. Lead on complex cases, offering professional challenge and support to promote safe, child-centred decision-making. Work in partnership with families, schools, health services, and other agencies to deliver coordinated support for children with disabilities. Ensure timely progression of cases, effective risk management, and a strong focus on achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. Contribute to service development, team performance, and continuous improvement within the CWD service. Requirements of this role Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!
Mar 20, 2026
Seasonal
Our Client, a Greater Manchester council, is seeking an Assistant Team Manager to join their Children with Disability Team. Fantastic payrate of minimum £40 per hour! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: Support the Team Manager in the day-to-day leadership and operational management of the Children With Disabilities team. Provide professional supervision, guidance, and oversight to social workers, ensuring high-quality and consistent practice. Monitor and quality-assure assessments, plans, and safeguarding work to ensure compliance with statutory duties and local procedures. Lead on complex cases, offering professional challenge and support to promote safe, child-centred decision-making. Work in partnership with families, schools, health services, and other agencies to deliver coordinated support for children with disabilities. Ensure timely progression of cases, effective risk management, and a strong focus on achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. Contribute to service development, team performance, and continuous improvement within the CWD service. Requirements of this role Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager (Maternity Cover) Contract: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover) from the beginning of June 2026 Hours: Part Time, 0.6 FTE/ 3 days a week Location: Office based at Somerset House, London, with some hybrid working Salary: £32,000 (pro rata) Job Overview The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager plays a central role in ensuring that the National Saturday Club (NSC) can robustly measure, evaluate and communicate the significant positive impact of its work, and that of its partners, on young people across the UK. Working closely with the CRM Manager and the wider national team, the postholder will oversee data collection processes across the national network of Saturday Clubs hosted by universities, colleges and cultural institutions. The role supports Clubs to gather meaningful and consistent data, while ensuring that young people and partners clearly understand what information is collected and why. It also ensures that high- quality data is collected, managed and shared effectively, and that clear feedback loops are established to inform programme planning, recruitment and retention, while supporting an evidence-based culture across the organisation. This role is critical to ensuring that, as the National Saturday Club grows, it does so responsibly. The postholder will help maintain high standards of experience for its beneficiaries and contribute to building a credible and transparent evidence base that strengthens the organisation's long-term sustainability and its influence on policy, research and knowledge sharing. Responsibilities and Duties: Working with the NSC team, develop and maintain appropriate methods of data collection, aligned with the organisational theory of change, and funder requirements Working with the CRM Manager, manage data collection systems to develop a robust evidence base Work with the independent evaluator consultant and meet regular reporting deadlines Create clear guidelines and support Clubs in collecting quality data in a timely manner Ensure clear messaging for Club members and host partners to understand what data is being collected, methods and their rights Set up and enact a system of reminders and support to boost response rates Clean and manage datasets• Working with the CRM Manager, develop dashboards for sharing live monitoring and evaluation data with NSC team members on key themes including Club member recruitment, young people demographics, and programme feedback Compile data for accurate reports for funders, trustees and partners in a timely manner Share summaries and learning back with the National Saturday Club team, Clubs and funding partners Develop structured processes and timelines for sharing monitoring and evaluation findings with NSC team members to inform programme planning, recruitment and retention work Maintain secure data archives Other Information: Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervision sessions, training and any other internal meetings as requested Attend external meetings with stakeholders, partners and funders as requested Conduct all activities in line with our values and policies and in a manner which promotes and enhances National Saturday Club's image and reputation. Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required to fulfil the duties of this post (including some national travel, overnight stays) Some weekend working may be required, for which time-off in lieu can be claimed. Person specification: Essential Criteria: Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience Demonstrable experience in monitoring and evaluation, data management or impact reporting within education, youth, cultural or voluntary sectors Strong experience managing, cleaning and maintaining quantitative and qualitative datasets Experience developing or managing data collection systems across multiple delivery partners Good understanding of data protection, GDPR and ethical considerations when working with young people Experience producing clear and accurate reports for funders, trustees or senior stakeholders Strong IT proficiency, data literacy and confidence using CRM systems, databases and spreadsheet software Ability to communicate data processes clearly to partners and support improved response rates Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple reporting cycles Commitment to equity and inclusion and an understanding of non-formal or creative learning contexts Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Professional, approachable and supportive manner when working with partners Desirable Criteria: Experience working within a multi-site or networked delivery model Experience working with Salesforce or similar CRM development or system design Experience developing data dashboards or using visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau or similar) Knowledge of participatory or youth-centred evaluation approaches Experience presenting data to external stakeholders, including funders Understanding of creative education, cultural sector delivery or youth participation policy Experience contributing to organisational strategy through evaluation insights Experience working with young people in educational or creative context Previous experience in cultural or creative organisations Equality, Diversity & Inclusion All employees complete safeguarding and ED&I training and contribute to an inclusive culture. We actively welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds - particularly those currently under-represented in the arts, cultural and education sectors. Environmental responsibility We take our role in trying to minimise our impact on the environment seriously and recognise the importance of championing and influencing change within our organisation, through partner collaboration and across all our activities. Data Protection All applications will be processed in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). All applications will be held for a period of six months for the purposes of consideration for future roles, after which point they will be securely destroyed. If you do not wish for your application to be held for this duration, then please notify us by emailing; The Saturday Club Trust is a UK-registered charity (no ) and company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (no ).
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager (Maternity Cover) Contract: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover) from the beginning of June 2026 Hours: Part Time, 0.6 FTE/ 3 days a week Location: Office based at Somerset House, London, with some hybrid working Salary: £32,000 (pro rata) Job Overview The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager plays a central role in ensuring that the National Saturday Club (NSC) can robustly measure, evaluate and communicate the significant positive impact of its work, and that of its partners, on young people across the UK. Working closely with the CRM Manager and the wider national team, the postholder will oversee data collection processes across the national network of Saturday Clubs hosted by universities, colleges and cultural institutions. The role supports Clubs to gather meaningful and consistent data, while ensuring that young people and partners clearly understand what information is collected and why. It also ensures that high- quality data is collected, managed and shared effectively, and that clear feedback loops are established to inform programme planning, recruitment and retention, while supporting an evidence-based culture across the organisation. This role is critical to ensuring that, as the National Saturday Club grows, it does so responsibly. The postholder will help maintain high standards of experience for its beneficiaries and contribute to building a credible and transparent evidence base that strengthens the organisation's long-term sustainability and its influence on policy, research and knowledge sharing. Responsibilities and Duties: Working with the NSC team, develop and maintain appropriate methods of data collection, aligned with the organisational theory of change, and funder requirements Working with the CRM Manager, manage data collection systems to develop a robust evidence base Work with the independent evaluator consultant and meet regular reporting deadlines Create clear guidelines and support Clubs in collecting quality data in a timely manner Ensure clear messaging for Club members and host partners to understand what data is being collected, methods and their rights Set up and enact a system of reminders and support to boost response rates Clean and manage datasets• Working with the CRM Manager, develop dashboards for sharing live monitoring and evaluation data with NSC team members on key themes including Club member recruitment, young people demographics, and programme feedback Compile data for accurate reports for funders, trustees and partners in a timely manner Share summaries and learning back with the National Saturday Club team, Clubs and funding partners Develop structured processes and timelines for sharing monitoring and evaluation findings with NSC team members to inform programme planning, recruitment and retention work Maintain secure data archives Other Information: Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervision sessions, training and any other internal meetings as requested Attend external meetings with stakeholders, partners and funders as requested Conduct all activities in line with our values and policies and in a manner which promotes and enhances National Saturday Club's image and reputation. Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required to fulfil the duties of this post (including some national travel, overnight stays) Some weekend working may be required, for which time-off in lieu can be claimed. Person specification: Essential Criteria: Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience Demonstrable experience in monitoring and evaluation, data management or impact reporting within education, youth, cultural or voluntary sectors Strong experience managing, cleaning and maintaining quantitative and qualitative datasets Experience developing or managing data collection systems across multiple delivery partners Good understanding of data protection, GDPR and ethical considerations when working with young people Experience producing clear and accurate reports for funders, trustees or senior stakeholders Strong IT proficiency, data literacy and confidence using CRM systems, databases and spreadsheet software Ability to communicate data processes clearly to partners and support improved response rates Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple reporting cycles Commitment to equity and inclusion and an understanding of non-formal or creative learning contexts Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Professional, approachable and supportive manner when working with partners Desirable Criteria: Experience working within a multi-site or networked delivery model Experience working with Salesforce or similar CRM development or system design Experience developing data dashboards or using visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau or similar) Knowledge of participatory or youth-centred evaluation approaches Experience presenting data to external stakeholders, including funders Understanding of creative education, cultural sector delivery or youth participation policy Experience contributing to organisational strategy through evaluation insights Experience working with young people in educational or creative context Previous experience in cultural or creative organisations Equality, Diversity & Inclusion All employees complete safeguarding and ED&I training and contribute to an inclusive culture. We actively welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds - particularly those currently under-represented in the arts, cultural and education sectors. Environmental responsibility We take our role in trying to minimise our impact on the environment seriously and recognise the importance of championing and influencing change within our organisation, through partner collaboration and across all our activities. Data Protection All applications will be processed in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). All applications will be held for a period of six months for the purposes of consideration for future roles, after which point they will be securely destroyed. If you do not wish for your application to be held for this duration, then please notify us by emailing; The Saturday Club Trust is a UK-registered charity (no ) and company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (no ).
Are you committed to achieving positive outcomes for others? Are you flexible enough to achieve the above? Are you ready? If you can answer a wholehearted YES! to the three questions above we would love to hear from you immediately Position: Senior Support Worker - (Children's Residential Child Sexual Exploitation Service) £2000 WELCOME BONUS Location: Bridgnorth, Shropshire Salary: £30,160 + £3,000 sleep-in bonus (annual average) Rising to £31,140 after 18 months How would you feel knowing that the things you do daily are making a real difference to the lives of others? At Cambian our vision is to inspire lives and to continually develop them. And not just the individuals in our care but their families and communities too! As a leading provider, we are making sure that the support we offer is constant, reliable and of the highest possible quality at all times. We are currently welcoming applications from enthusiastic candidates to join our team in Shropshire. In this role you will join an experienced and supportive team within a beautiful and fully equipped setting. You will share the same unified goal to actively enable each and every one of the children and young people in our care to achieve their own personal best We are immensely proud of every single one of our responsible and committed individuals and their constant pursuit towards achieving the highest possible standards and outcomes for the children and young people in our care and also each other. Our first commitment to anybody starting a career at Cambian is to offer best in class inductions, best in class training, and continuous support and development via our best in class and completely dedicated Learning & Development Team. All that we require of new applicants is that you have the experience to be able to demonstrate our shared values - You must demonstrate integrity and accountability, be committed, responsible, person-centred and perhaps most importantly, be enthusiastic in your actions. These values are more important than where we have worked or the positions we have held. They underpin the decisions we make and the actions we take to achieve the best possible outcomes for all involved. If you can easily demonstrate the above, we can give you all the support you require to become a best in class Support Worker, a best in class in Senior Support or a best in class Deputy Manager and beyond. Cambian are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all children within our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo and enhanced DBS check and must be able to provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide reference information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Benefits: Rate of Pay: £14.50ph Additional; Overtime paid at 1.25Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000 per referral Training and Development Plans to meet your individual needs including NVQs and Career progression opportunitiesWe have our very own Management Development Programme to take those interested from Support Worker to Registered Manager and beyond28 Days Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays and rising with servicePaid Sickness LeaveOn-Call/Sleep-in/Disturbance RatesSimply Health (Linked to Service)Days out and Activity days off siteMeals provided on shift Bridgnorth, Shropshire SYS-22498
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Are you committed to achieving positive outcomes for others? Are you flexible enough to achieve the above? Are you ready? If you can answer a wholehearted YES! to the three questions above we would love to hear from you immediately Position: Senior Support Worker - (Children's Residential Child Sexual Exploitation Service) £2000 WELCOME BONUS Location: Bridgnorth, Shropshire Salary: £30,160 + £3,000 sleep-in bonus (annual average) Rising to £31,140 after 18 months How would you feel knowing that the things you do daily are making a real difference to the lives of others? At Cambian our vision is to inspire lives and to continually develop them. And not just the individuals in our care but their families and communities too! As a leading provider, we are making sure that the support we offer is constant, reliable and of the highest possible quality at all times. We are currently welcoming applications from enthusiastic candidates to join our team in Shropshire. In this role you will join an experienced and supportive team within a beautiful and fully equipped setting. You will share the same unified goal to actively enable each and every one of the children and young people in our care to achieve their own personal best We are immensely proud of every single one of our responsible and committed individuals and their constant pursuit towards achieving the highest possible standards and outcomes for the children and young people in our care and also each other. Our first commitment to anybody starting a career at Cambian is to offer best in class inductions, best in class training, and continuous support and development via our best in class and completely dedicated Learning & Development Team. All that we require of new applicants is that you have the experience to be able to demonstrate our shared values - You must demonstrate integrity and accountability, be committed, responsible, person-centred and perhaps most importantly, be enthusiastic in your actions. These values are more important than where we have worked or the positions we have held. They underpin the decisions we make and the actions we take to achieve the best possible outcomes for all involved. If you can easily demonstrate the above, we can give you all the support you require to become a best in class Support Worker, a best in class in Senior Support or a best in class Deputy Manager and beyond. Cambian are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all children within our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo and enhanced DBS check and must be able to provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide reference information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Benefits: Rate of Pay: £14.50ph Additional; Overtime paid at 1.25Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000 per referral Training and Development Plans to meet your individual needs including NVQs and Career progression opportunitiesWe have our very own Management Development Programme to take those interested from Support Worker to Registered Manager and beyond28 Days Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays and rising with servicePaid Sickness LeaveOn-Call/Sleep-in/Disturbance RatesSimply Health (Linked to Service)Days out and Activity days off siteMeals provided on shift Bridgnorth, Shropshire SYS-22498
Data Analysis and Insight Manager Contract: Fixed-term 12 months, from July 2026 Hours: Part Time, 0.4 FTE/ 2 days a week Location: Office based at Somerset House, London, with some hybrid working Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 (pro rata) dependant on experience Job Overview The Data Analysis and Insight Manager plays a central role ensures that the National Saturday Club's data is meaningfully analysed to generate robust, actionable insight. The postholder will lead quantitative and qualitative analysis of NSC data, examining participation patterns, demographic trends and programme outcomes. They will develop systems to integrate historical archive data with current datasets to enable longitudinal analysis, deepening understanding of long-term impact and change over time. Working closely with colleagues, the role will translate data into clear insight reports for the National Saturday Club team as well as for partners, with practical recommendations to inform the development of the programme, policy and practice. Analysis will focus on key themes including equity of access, young people's skills and wellbeing, place-based variation, and awareness of future education and career pathways. This role ensures that National Saturday Club's evidence base is analytical, rigorous and strategically useful to support programme improvement, advocacy and policy engagement. Responsibilities and Duties: Conduct quantitative data analysis including analysing participation, demographic trends, and outcomes Develop systems to make use of NSC archive data alongside current datasets for longitudinal analysis Conduct qualitative coding and thematic analysis Produce analytical insight reports that synthesise quantitative and qualitative findings, identify patterns and explanatory factors, and provide proportionate recommendations Other Information: Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervision sessions, training and any other internal meetings as requested Attend external meetings with stakeholders, partners and funders as requested Conduct all activities in line with our values and policies and in a manner which promotes and enhances National Saturday Club's image and reputation. Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required to fulfil the duties of this post (including some national travel, overnight stays) Some weekend working may be required, for which time-off in lieu can be claimed. Person Specification Essential Criteria: A degree (or equivalent professional experience) in a relevant discipline such as social sciences, education, sociology, psychology, statistics, economics, cultural policy, research methods or a related analytical field Demonstrable experience conducting quantitative data analysis, including analysing participation data, demographic trends and outcome measures Experience working with large or complex datasets and applying appropriate analytical approaches to generate meaningful findings Experience integrating historical or archive data with current datasets to enable longitudinal or comparative analysis Demonstrable experience conducting qualitative research including coding and thematic analysis Ability to interpret data critically and move beyond descriptive reporting to generate meaningful insight Experience producing clear, structured reports with proportionate and practical recommendations Strong written communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in accessible language Good understanding of data protection and ethical considerations in analysis, particularly when working with young people Understanding of, or strong interest in, creative education, non-formal learning or youth participation in the UK Desirable Criteria: Experience using statistical analysis software (e.g. SPSS, R, Stata or similar) Experience using qualitative data analysis software (e.g. NVivo, Atlas.ti, MAXQDA or similar) to support coding and thematic analysis Experience analysing multi-site or network-based programme data Experience conducting longitudinal research Experience undertaking place-based or geographic analysis Experience contributing to policy briefings or advocacy materials Familiarity with UK creative education or cultural policy contexts Experience contributing to organisational strategy through evaluation insights Experience working with young people in educational or creative contexts Previous experience in cultural or creative organisations Equality, Diversity & Inclusion All employees complete safeguarding and ED&I training and contribute to an inclusive culture. We actively welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds - particularly those currently under-represented in the arts, cultural and education sectors. Environmental responsibility We take our role in trying to minimise our impact on the environment seriously and recognise the importance of championing and influencing change within our organisation, through partner collaboration and across all our activities. Data Protection All applications will be processed in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). All applications will be held for a period of six months for the purposes of consideration for future roles, after which point they will be securely destroyed. If you do not wish for your application to be held for this duration, then please notify us by emailing; The Saturday Club Trust is a UK-registered charity (no ) and company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (no ).
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Data Analysis and Insight Manager Contract: Fixed-term 12 months, from July 2026 Hours: Part Time, 0.4 FTE/ 2 days a week Location: Office based at Somerset House, London, with some hybrid working Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 (pro rata) dependant on experience Job Overview The Data Analysis and Insight Manager plays a central role ensures that the National Saturday Club's data is meaningfully analysed to generate robust, actionable insight. The postholder will lead quantitative and qualitative analysis of NSC data, examining participation patterns, demographic trends and programme outcomes. They will develop systems to integrate historical archive data with current datasets to enable longitudinal analysis, deepening understanding of long-term impact and change over time. Working closely with colleagues, the role will translate data into clear insight reports for the National Saturday Club team as well as for partners, with practical recommendations to inform the development of the programme, policy and practice. Analysis will focus on key themes including equity of access, young people's skills and wellbeing, place-based variation, and awareness of future education and career pathways. This role ensures that National Saturday Club's evidence base is analytical, rigorous and strategically useful to support programme improvement, advocacy and policy engagement. Responsibilities and Duties: Conduct quantitative data analysis including analysing participation, demographic trends, and outcomes Develop systems to make use of NSC archive data alongside current datasets for longitudinal analysis Conduct qualitative coding and thematic analysis Produce analytical insight reports that synthesise quantitative and qualitative findings, identify patterns and explanatory factors, and provide proportionate recommendations Other Information: Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervision sessions, training and any other internal meetings as requested Attend external meetings with stakeholders, partners and funders as requested Conduct all activities in line with our values and policies and in a manner which promotes and enhances National Saturday Club's image and reputation. Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required to fulfil the duties of this post (including some national travel, overnight stays) Some weekend working may be required, for which time-off in lieu can be claimed. Person Specification Essential Criteria: A degree (or equivalent professional experience) in a relevant discipline such as social sciences, education, sociology, psychology, statistics, economics, cultural policy, research methods or a related analytical field Demonstrable experience conducting quantitative data analysis, including analysing participation data, demographic trends and outcome measures Experience working with large or complex datasets and applying appropriate analytical approaches to generate meaningful findings Experience integrating historical or archive data with current datasets to enable longitudinal or comparative analysis Demonstrable experience conducting qualitative research including coding and thematic analysis Ability to interpret data critically and move beyond descriptive reporting to generate meaningful insight Experience producing clear, structured reports with proportionate and practical recommendations Strong written communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in accessible language Good understanding of data protection and ethical considerations in analysis, particularly when working with young people Understanding of, or strong interest in, creative education, non-formal learning or youth participation in the UK Desirable Criteria: Experience using statistical analysis software (e.g. SPSS, R, Stata or similar) Experience using qualitative data analysis software (e.g. NVivo, Atlas.ti, MAXQDA or similar) to support coding and thematic analysis Experience analysing multi-site or network-based programme data Experience conducting longitudinal research Experience undertaking place-based or geographic analysis Experience contributing to policy briefings or advocacy materials Familiarity with UK creative education or cultural policy contexts Experience contributing to organisational strategy through evaluation insights Experience working with young people in educational or creative contexts Previous experience in cultural or creative organisations Equality, Diversity & Inclusion All employees complete safeguarding and ED&I training and contribute to an inclusive culture. We actively welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds - particularly those currently under-represented in the arts, cultural and education sectors. Environmental responsibility We take our role in trying to minimise our impact on the environment seriously and recognise the importance of championing and influencing change within our organisation, through partner collaboration and across all our activities. Data Protection All applications will be processed in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). All applications will be held for a period of six months for the purposes of consideration for future roles, after which point they will be securely destroyed. If you do not wish for your application to be held for this duration, then please notify us by emailing; The Saturday Club Trust is a UK-registered charity (no ) and company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (no ).
Role: Deputy Care Manager Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent Salary: Up to 35,000 DOE + support with relevant qualifications Location: Maidstone, Kent Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (on call rota, 1 in 5 weeks) Our client, a well-established children's residential provider, has exclusively instructed us to appoint an experienced and ambitious Deputy Care Manager to manage a small team and work in close partnership with the Registered Manager. This is a career-defining opportunity for a strong practitioner ready to step into a senior leadership role within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation. The Role As a Deputy Care Manager, you will supervise a small team and work in close partnership with the Registered Manager to ensure the home delivers exceptional standards of care and compliance. You will: - Line manage and supervise a small staff team, driving performance and development - Build strong partnerships with local authorities, parents/carers, and external agencies - Promote independence and positive life skills for children aged 8-18 - Motivate and empower staff to achieve meaningful outcomes for young people - Drive standards in line with Ofsted and Children's Homes National Minimum Standards - Confidently manage conflict situations in a calm, professional manner - Support the daily operational management of the home This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership capacity and leads by example. We are seeking candidates who: - Have at least 1 year of recent experience in a relevant care setting - Have experience supporting people with emotional, behavioural and social difficulties, mental health needs, and/or complex needs (ideally children) - Have experience delivering personal care - Are deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare - Are passionate about continuous professional development You must be able to reliably commute to Maidstone or be planning relocation prior to the start date. What's On Offer - Competitive salary: 28,000- 35,000 - Support and enrolment of relevant qualifications - Yearly appraisal reviews - Full-time, permanent contract - Strong leadership support structure - Clear career progression pathway - Ongoing professional development - A culture that recognises and rewards success Safeguarding Commitment This organisation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean" copy in Word. Thank you. KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Role: Deputy Care Manager Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent Salary: Up to 35,000 DOE + support with relevant qualifications Location: Maidstone, Kent Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (on call rota, 1 in 5 weeks) Our client, a well-established children's residential provider, has exclusively instructed us to appoint an experienced and ambitious Deputy Care Manager to manage a small team and work in close partnership with the Registered Manager. This is a career-defining opportunity for a strong practitioner ready to step into a senior leadership role within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation. The Role As a Deputy Care Manager, you will supervise a small team and work in close partnership with the Registered Manager to ensure the home delivers exceptional standards of care and compliance. You will: - Line manage and supervise a small staff team, driving performance and development - Build strong partnerships with local authorities, parents/carers, and external agencies - Promote independence and positive life skills for children aged 8-18 - Motivate and empower staff to achieve meaningful outcomes for young people - Drive standards in line with Ofsted and Children's Homes National Minimum Standards - Confidently manage conflict situations in a calm, professional manner - Support the daily operational management of the home This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership capacity and leads by example. We are seeking candidates who: - Have at least 1 year of recent experience in a relevant care setting - Have experience supporting people with emotional, behavioural and social difficulties, mental health needs, and/or complex needs (ideally children) - Have experience delivering personal care - Are deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare - Are passionate about continuous professional development You must be able to reliably commute to Maidstone or be planning relocation prior to the start date. What's On Offer - Competitive salary: 28,000- 35,000 - Support and enrolment of relevant qualifications - Yearly appraisal reviews - Full-time, permanent contract - Strong leadership support structure - Clear career progression pathway - Ongoing professional development - A culture that recognises and rewards success Safeguarding Commitment This organisation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean" copy in Word. Thank you. KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market
Dual Registered Children's Home Manager Wolverhampton Location: Wolverhampton Services: Solo Residential Home and 2-bed Residential Home Client Group: Children & Young People with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties Salary: up to £65,000 (dependent on experience) Bonus: Performance and KPI bonus scheme Para Group is seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead a Solo and 2-bed specialist click apply for full job details
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Dual Registered Children's Home Manager Wolverhampton Location: Wolverhampton Services: Solo Residential Home and 2-bed Residential Home Client Group: Children & Young People with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties Salary: up to £65,000 (dependent on experience) Bonus: Performance and KPI bonus scheme Para Group is seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead a Solo and 2-bed specialist click apply for full job details
Stepping Stones Children's Homes
Ashton-under-lyne, Lancashire
Registered Manager Location: Ashton-under-Lyne (4 children, EBD/Mild LD) Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 plus Ofsted bonus and performance-related pay Hours: 40 per week, flexible rota including evenings, weekends and sleeping-in duties What we offer Competitive salary with performance-related pay and Ofsted bonus. Health and lifestyle programmes, professional development opportunities including NVQ and therapeutic/clinical qualifications. 24/7 HR and management support. Opportunities for career growth within the company. Auto-enrolment into company pension, 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and mileage reimbursement. About Stepping Stones Children's Homes Stepping Stones Children's Homes is a respected provider of residential care across the UK, dedicated to delivering safe, nurturing, and high-quality placements for children and young people. We focus on achieving the best outcomes through individualised care, therapeutic support, and a strong, motivated team. With a commitment to staff development and innovation, we provide extensive training, clinical and therapeutic guidance, and 24/7 management support. The role We are looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our Home, providing medium to long-term placements where this is the most suitable intervention. This is a vital role requiring strong leadership, practical childcare expertise, and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every child. Responsibilities include: Lead and manage the Home in line with Children's Homes Regulations 2001 and National Minimum Standards 2002. Deliver high-quality care, shaping the Home's Statement of Purpose and ensuring staff uphold the highest standards. Line manage Deputy Manager, Team Leaders, and Residential Care Workers, including supervision, mentoring, appraisals, and development. Coordinate staff rotas and ensure appropriate cover for childcare needs at all times. Develop service initiatives, manage budgets, and oversee quality assurance to deliver value for money. Liaise with families, regulatory bodies, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams to safeguard and promote children's well-being. Ensure Health and Safety compliance and maintain a safe, clean, and well-equipped environment. Requirements Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care Services (Children and Young People's Residential Management) or willingness to achieve within three years. Significant experience in residential childcare, ideally as a Registered Manager for at least one year. Proven leadership, staff supervision, and budget management skills. Knowledge of Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, Children's Homes Regulations, safeguarding, care planning, and risk management. Emotional resilience, integrity, flexibility, creativity, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Fitness and availability to manage the Home effectively, including on-call duties and occasional support for other Homes. This Registered Manager role requires Ofsted/CSSIW registration approval, an enhanced DBS check, and a commitment to the long-term well-being of children and young people. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, practical childcare skills, and a proactive approach to team and service development. If you are committed to making a real difference and leading a motivated, professional team, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your updated CV and a full job specification will be sent if you meet the role criteria. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Registered Manager Location: Ashton-under-Lyne (4 children, EBD/Mild LD) Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 plus Ofsted bonus and performance-related pay Hours: 40 per week, flexible rota including evenings, weekends and sleeping-in duties What we offer Competitive salary with performance-related pay and Ofsted bonus. Health and lifestyle programmes, professional development opportunities including NVQ and therapeutic/clinical qualifications. 24/7 HR and management support. Opportunities for career growth within the company. Auto-enrolment into company pension, 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and mileage reimbursement. About Stepping Stones Children's Homes Stepping Stones Children's Homes is a respected provider of residential care across the UK, dedicated to delivering safe, nurturing, and high-quality placements for children and young people. We focus on achieving the best outcomes through individualised care, therapeutic support, and a strong, motivated team. With a commitment to staff development and innovation, we provide extensive training, clinical and therapeutic guidance, and 24/7 management support. The role We are looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our Home, providing medium to long-term placements where this is the most suitable intervention. This is a vital role requiring strong leadership, practical childcare expertise, and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every child. Responsibilities include: Lead and manage the Home in line with Children's Homes Regulations 2001 and National Minimum Standards 2002. Deliver high-quality care, shaping the Home's Statement of Purpose and ensuring staff uphold the highest standards. Line manage Deputy Manager, Team Leaders, and Residential Care Workers, including supervision, mentoring, appraisals, and development. Coordinate staff rotas and ensure appropriate cover for childcare needs at all times. Develop service initiatives, manage budgets, and oversee quality assurance to deliver value for money. Liaise with families, regulatory bodies, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams to safeguard and promote children's well-being. Ensure Health and Safety compliance and maintain a safe, clean, and well-equipped environment. Requirements Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care Services (Children and Young People's Residential Management) or willingness to achieve within three years. Significant experience in residential childcare, ideally as a Registered Manager for at least one year. Proven leadership, staff supervision, and budget management skills. Knowledge of Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, Children's Homes Regulations, safeguarding, care planning, and risk management. Emotional resilience, integrity, flexibility, creativity, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Fitness and availability to manage the Home effectively, including on-call duties and occasional support for other Homes. This Registered Manager role requires Ofsted/CSSIW registration approval, an enhanced DBS check, and a commitment to the long-term well-being of children and young people. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, practical childcare skills, and a proactive approach to team and service development. If you are committed to making a real difference and leading a motivated, professional team, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your updated CV and a full job specification will be sent if you meet the role criteria. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Job Title: Student Support Lecturer (HND Business) Location: Broadstairs Salary : £25,000 - £28,000 - dependent on relevant skills and experience. (Salary is reviewed annually, with any increase normally taking effect on 1st January each year) Job type: Full Time, Permanent About Us: The College has established itself as a reputable and thriving higher education college offering higher education across three strategically located campuses in East London and Kent, demonstrating the college's commitment to providing quality education across varied communities, targeting widening access students. The College is registered with the Office for Students (OfS) as an approved fee-cap provider. Moreover, the college's achievement of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Silver award signifies its commitment to delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and outcomes for its widening access students. The college stands as a dynamic and forward-thinking provider, dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality higher education that equips students with the skills and knowledge needed for success in their chosen fields. Purpose of Role : To support students academically and pastorally so they can successfully complete their HND Business programme. The role focuses on helping students overcome learning barriers, improve academic skills, and stay engaged with their studies. Key Responsibilities: Assist students in developing effective study habits, identifying their strengths and weaknesses in academic skills, and developing and following through with the Individual Learning Plans (ILP) Provide regular formative feedback to students on their assignments and monitor their progress Provide guidance to the students on interpreting the summative feedback from lecturers Support students in improving academic writing, research skills, and assignment preparation Deliver one-on-one and in-class lessons on various units Keep an accurate record of student assignment submissions and progress Monitor student engagement and academic performance throughout the programme Identify students who may be at risk of falling behind and provide appropriate support Act as a key point of contact for students with regular meetings throughout their programme of study Build and maintain supportive and professional relationships with students and help students overcome barriers to learning that may arise from personal or social issues Encourage and motivate students to think about their learning broadly rather than focusing solely on individual modules Signpost students to appropriate college services where additional support is required Encourage participation, motivation, and independent learning Other General College Duties: Work flexibly as part of the College team to ensure the smooth running of the College's premises and facilities Participate actively and flexibly in a range of college-wide activities, such as duty rotas, enrolment, and marketing events Participate in training and team development activities, to develop and update skills and knowledge Understand and be committed to the College's health and safety Policy statement and the College's safety priorities and be aware of your contribution to them Be aware of the College's equality policies and demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to promote the principle of equality and diversity throughout all aspects of your work Be familiar with safeguarding requirements as outlined in the College's policies and comply with its requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults Undertake such additional duties or projects as directed by the directors or senior managers of the College Person Specification : The successful candidate should have the knowledge and competence required for standard acceptable performance in carrying out this role and will have demonstrated the following essential (E) or desirable (D) skills and experience: Educated to undergraduate level (E) Able to recommend resources based on the subject knowledge(E) Ability to teach and motivate others (E) Fully Computer Literate and operate to at least an intermediate level with Word, Access, and PowerPoint (E) Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with other staff (D) Good literacy and numeracy - (Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent) (E) The ability to work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines (D) Excellent customer service skills (E) Excellent organizational, time management skills and attention to detail (E) Excellent communication skills (written and oral) (E) Degree or other qualifications relevant to the post (D) Relevant experience in higher education (D) How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Lecturer, Hospitality Management Lecturer, Lecturer in Hospitality Management, HNC/D Lecturer, Academic Lecturer, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role.
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Student Support Lecturer (HND Business) Location: Broadstairs Salary : £25,000 - £28,000 - dependent on relevant skills and experience. (Salary is reviewed annually, with any increase normally taking effect on 1st January each year) Job type: Full Time, Permanent About Us: The College has established itself as a reputable and thriving higher education college offering higher education across three strategically located campuses in East London and Kent, demonstrating the college's commitment to providing quality education across varied communities, targeting widening access students. The College is registered with the Office for Students (OfS) as an approved fee-cap provider. Moreover, the college's achievement of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Silver award signifies its commitment to delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and outcomes for its widening access students. The college stands as a dynamic and forward-thinking provider, dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality higher education that equips students with the skills and knowledge needed for success in their chosen fields. Purpose of Role : To support students academically and pastorally so they can successfully complete their HND Business programme. The role focuses on helping students overcome learning barriers, improve academic skills, and stay engaged with their studies. Key Responsibilities: Assist students in developing effective study habits, identifying their strengths and weaknesses in academic skills, and developing and following through with the Individual Learning Plans (ILP) Provide regular formative feedback to students on their assignments and monitor their progress Provide guidance to the students on interpreting the summative feedback from lecturers Support students in improving academic writing, research skills, and assignment preparation Deliver one-on-one and in-class lessons on various units Keep an accurate record of student assignment submissions and progress Monitor student engagement and academic performance throughout the programme Identify students who may be at risk of falling behind and provide appropriate support Act as a key point of contact for students with regular meetings throughout their programme of study Build and maintain supportive and professional relationships with students and help students overcome barriers to learning that may arise from personal or social issues Encourage and motivate students to think about their learning broadly rather than focusing solely on individual modules Signpost students to appropriate college services where additional support is required Encourage participation, motivation, and independent learning Other General College Duties: Work flexibly as part of the College team to ensure the smooth running of the College's premises and facilities Participate actively and flexibly in a range of college-wide activities, such as duty rotas, enrolment, and marketing events Participate in training and team development activities, to develop and update skills and knowledge Understand and be committed to the College's health and safety Policy statement and the College's safety priorities and be aware of your contribution to them Be aware of the College's equality policies and demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to promote the principle of equality and diversity throughout all aspects of your work Be familiar with safeguarding requirements as outlined in the College's policies and comply with its requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults Undertake such additional duties or projects as directed by the directors or senior managers of the College Person Specification : The successful candidate should have the knowledge and competence required for standard acceptable performance in carrying out this role and will have demonstrated the following essential (E) or desirable (D) skills and experience: Educated to undergraduate level (E) Able to recommend resources based on the subject knowledge(E) Ability to teach and motivate others (E) Fully Computer Literate and operate to at least an intermediate level with Word, Access, and PowerPoint (E) Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with other staff (D) Good literacy and numeracy - (Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent) (E) The ability to work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines (D) Excellent customer service skills (E) Excellent organizational, time management skills and attention to detail (E) Excellent communication skills (written and oral) (E) Degree or other qualifications relevant to the post (D) Relevant experience in higher education (D) How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Lecturer, Hospitality Management Lecturer, Lecturer in Hospitality Management, HNC/D Lecturer, Academic Lecturer, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role.
