Job role: Children's Home Deputy Manager Location: Histon, Cambridgeshire Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum plus additional sleep in payments Shift Pattern: Full time hours working shifts and office days. Occasional sleep ins - £62.00 per night Contract: Full-time, Permanent We are recruiting an experienced and passionate Children's Home Deputy Manager to join a beautifully presented residential children's home supporting children aged 6-17 years . This is a key leadership role, working alongside an experienced Registered Manager and a committed senior team to provide a safe, nurturing and trauma-informed environment where children can stabilise, recover and thrive. You will play an active role in the day-to-day leadership of the home, supporting staff, modelling excellent practice, and helping to ensure children receive consistent, high-quality care that promotes confidence, independence and positive long-term outcomes Children's Home Deputy Manager key responsibilities: As a Deputy Manager, you'll be at the heart of a dynamic residential team, helping to create a safe, supportive space where children can thrive. Your work will be essential in empowering children, strengthening relationships and building the foundations for long-term stability and positive change. You will support the Registered Manager in the day to day running of the home, you will ensure high standards of care and support in a safe, nurturing environment for the children. You will lead and support a team of Senior's and Residential Support Workers, helping them deliver outstanding care that promotes stability, growth, independence and positive outcomes. You will play a key role in shaping the future of the home, supporting the Registered Manager and leading by example. You will be responsible to help ensure the home meets all legislation, including Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. You'll be one of the home's leadership team, supervising care and giving children and young people the support, they need to thrive. Children's Home Deputy Manager key requirements: Experience at Children's Home Deputy Manager level , or a Senior role within a residential children's home with readiness to step up Strong understanding of Ofsted Regulations (SCCIF), Safeguarding and Quality Standards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Level 5 Leadership & Management (desirable - fully supported if not yet achieved) A confident, calm and child-centred leader who can support and motivate teams Experience with rotas and basic budget awareness Full UK driving licence Deputy Manager Benefits: 28 Days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays A highly competitive salary Length of Service Bonus Scheme Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer Free access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Free access to a company laptop and Mobile phone Free Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Check and Annual Update Fees paid for by Annual salary review Blue Light Card Scheme paid for. Health Service Discounts Comprehensive induction, training and professional development opportunities to complete further qualifications Support from an experienced Registered Manager and a wider senior leadership team Free access to well-being initiatives Free on-site Parking Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme Terms and Conditions apply If this sounds like your next career move, please apply online today. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Job role: Children's Home Deputy Manager Location: Histon, Cambridgeshire Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum plus additional sleep in payments Shift Pattern: Full time hours working shifts and office days. Occasional sleep ins - £62.00 per night Contract: Full-time, Permanent We are recruiting an experienced and passionate Children's Home Deputy Manager to join a beautifully presented residential children's home supporting children aged 6-17 years . This is a key leadership role, working alongside an experienced Registered Manager and a committed senior team to provide a safe, nurturing and trauma-informed environment where children can stabilise, recover and thrive. You will play an active role in the day-to-day leadership of the home, supporting staff, modelling excellent practice, and helping to ensure children receive consistent, high-quality care that promotes confidence, independence and positive long-term outcomes Children's Home Deputy Manager key responsibilities: As a Deputy Manager, you'll be at the heart of a dynamic residential team, helping to create a safe, supportive space where children can thrive. Your work will be essential in empowering children, strengthening relationships and building the foundations for long-term stability and positive change. You will support the Registered Manager in the day to day running of the home, you will ensure high standards of care and support in a safe, nurturing environment for the children. You will lead and support a team of Senior's and Residential Support Workers, helping them deliver outstanding care that promotes stability, growth, independence and positive outcomes. You will play a key role in shaping the future of the home, supporting the Registered Manager and leading by example. You will be responsible to help ensure the home meets all legislation, including Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. You'll be one of the home's leadership team, supervising care and giving children and young people the support, they need to thrive. Children's Home Deputy Manager key requirements: Experience at Children's Home Deputy Manager level , or a Senior role within a residential children's home with readiness to step up Strong understanding of Ofsted Regulations (SCCIF), Safeguarding and Quality Standards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Level 5 Leadership & Management (desirable - fully supported if not yet achieved) A confident, calm and child-centred leader who can support and motivate teams Experience with rotas and basic budget awareness Full UK driving licence Deputy Manager Benefits: 28 Days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays A highly competitive salary Length of Service Bonus Scheme Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer Free access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Free access to a company laptop and Mobile phone Free Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Check and Annual Update Fees paid for by Annual salary review Blue Light Card Scheme paid for. Health Service Discounts Comprehensive induction, training and professional development opportunities to complete further qualifications Support from an experienced Registered Manager and a wider senior leadership team Free access to well-being initiatives Free on-site Parking Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme Terms and Conditions apply If this sounds like your next career move, please apply online today. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential. An exciting opportunity has arisen in one of our children's homes for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible Children & Young people through leading by example to other Children's & Young person's support workers. Essential Information £30 per sleep in 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rota 4 weeks in advance 40 hour week across 2-3 shifts per week meaning excellent work / life balance This is a 365 day a year job, including Christmas, new year and all the fun holidays but it is even more fun when you celebrate with the children! The shifts consist of long hours and sleep ins (which are essential) and the hours differ depending on which home you are based in Job role Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulations Planning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointments Assisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager To supervise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager Welcome a diverse culture in the home Creating a safe, family environment for the children Requirements You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulations Driving is preferred although not essential - pending on the locations of the homes Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company. Support Worker - Team Leader - Deputy Manager Over time paid at x1.25 Fully paid 10-day induction course Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Are you great at being calm in situations? Offering advice? A good listening ear and have the ability to show unconditional positive regard? Then we want to hear from you!
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential. An exciting opportunity has arisen in one of our children's homes for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible Children & Young people through leading by example to other Children's & Young person's support workers. Essential Information £30 per sleep in 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rota 4 weeks in advance 40 hour week across 2-3 shifts per week meaning excellent work / life balance This is a 365 day a year job, including Christmas, new year and all the fun holidays but it is even more fun when you celebrate with the children! The shifts consist of long hours and sleep ins (which are essential) and the hours differ depending on which home you are based in Job role Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulations Planning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointments Assisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager To supervise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager Welcome a diverse culture in the home Creating a safe, family environment for the children Requirements You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulations Driving is preferred although not essential - pending on the locations of the homes Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company. Support Worker - Team Leader - Deputy Manager Over time paid at x1.25 Fully paid 10-day induction course Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Are you great at being calm in situations? Offering advice? A good listening ear and have the ability to show unconditional positive regard? Then we want to hear from you!
Bank Residential Team Leader Salary: £14.38 per hour increasing to £15.08 Hours: Bank Zero hours Shift Times: 0 hour contract as/when required in the service Shaw healthcare is looking for a passionate and caring Bank Team Leader who is ready to make a positive impact at Llys Hafren, situated in Welshpool. Why Work at Shaw Healthcare? Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee-Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra-care flats. We operate using employee-ownership principles and are the Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024. We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in-house training on a diverse range of topics. We take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long-service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month. We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys. Job Responsibilities As a Bank Residential Team Leader, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of person-centred care and supporting your team to uphold those standards in everything they do. Lead by example, providing guidance and support on shift to promote best practice Administer and record medication safely in line with Shaw policies and procedures Report changes in residents needs or well-being promptly to the Line Manager Communicate effectively with residents, families and colleagues Maintain accurate and up-to-date care plans and documentation Qualifications and Experience Experience working with older people in residential care Have completed or working towards your NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health and Social care (or equivalent) Be flexible, patient, caring, organised and great with people Ability to lead a team and use own initiative Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Apply now
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Bank Residential Team Leader Salary: £14.38 per hour increasing to £15.08 Hours: Bank Zero hours Shift Times: 0 hour contract as/when required in the service Shaw healthcare is looking for a passionate and caring Bank Team Leader who is ready to make a positive impact at Llys Hafren, situated in Welshpool. Why Work at Shaw Healthcare? Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee-Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra-care flats. We operate using employee-ownership principles and are the Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024. We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in-house training on a diverse range of topics. We take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long-service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month. We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys. Job Responsibilities As a Bank Residential Team Leader, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of person-centred care and supporting your team to uphold those standards in everything they do. Lead by example, providing guidance and support on shift to promote best practice Administer and record medication safely in line with Shaw policies and procedures Report changes in residents needs or well-being promptly to the Line Manager Communicate effectively with residents, families and colleagues Maintain accurate and up-to-date care plans and documentation Qualifications and Experience Experience working with older people in residential care Have completed or working towards your NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health and Social care (or equivalent) Be flexible, patient, caring, organised and great with people Ability to lead a team and use own initiative Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Apply now
JOB DESCRIPTION Practitioner Manager REF: 2774 PO5: £54,426 pa rising in annual increments to £57,495pa inc LW. Permanent and Full Time About Us: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the Team OPPD Case Management Team is a large team of Social Workers, Social Care Trusted Assessors and Occupational Therapists. We are a long-term team providing a comprehensive, holistic social care service to Lambeth residents. We are one of the community teams within Lambeth's Adult Social Care service delivering a comprehensive to vulnerable adults. We manage: Adults 18 years and over with physical disabilities and the older persons Court of Protection cases (e.g., financial, tenancy, Article 8 applications) Complex safeguarding cases (e.g., self-neglect, domestic abuse, financial abuse, hoarding, cuckooing, modern slavery) NRPF cases with legal complexity Mental capacity concerns requiring best interest decisions or court involvement Complex Care Framework cases and service users with multiple complaints About the Role: We are looking for an Experienced Practitioner Manager, to join our community-based team. A registered Social Worker with Social Work England, the successful candidate will have solid local authority experience within Adult Social Care. You should be able to confidently support and manage the performance of a team of social workers and social care assessors to foster a culture of continuous learning and reflection of practice that inspires staff to give of their best in their roles. We are looking for candidates who have strong management and leadership skills with demonstrable experience of delivering high quality interventions for residents, their families and carers, and experience of supporting practitioners to implement and embed excellent practice. You will have sound understanding of Care Act interventions along with significant knowledge of Strengths Based Practice, Mental Capacity and Safeguarding Adults. You will supervise up to 8 social care staff in the team and will support with their professional development through regular 1:1 supervision sessions and appraisals. You will ensure that statutory assessments are assigned and completed in a timely manner within expected performance targets and quality standards. This will include supporting staff with the management of their cases. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked "A" for application: Job Description and Person Specification We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59 on Thursday 30 April 2026. Shortlisting date: W/C 11 May 2026. Interview Date: 1 June 2026. Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits Contact Information: For an informal discussion, please contact: Olufunke Martins, Team Manager on At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION Practitioner Manager REF: 2774 PO5: £54,426 pa rising in annual increments to £57,495pa inc LW. Permanent and Full Time About Us: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the Team OPPD Case Management Team is a large team of Social Workers, Social Care Trusted Assessors and Occupational Therapists. We are a long-term team providing a comprehensive, holistic social care service to Lambeth residents. We are one of the community teams within Lambeth's Adult Social Care service delivering a comprehensive to vulnerable adults. We manage: Adults 18 years and over with physical disabilities and the older persons Court of Protection cases (e.g., financial, tenancy, Article 8 applications) Complex safeguarding cases (e.g., self-neglect, domestic abuse, financial abuse, hoarding, cuckooing, modern slavery) NRPF cases with legal complexity Mental capacity concerns requiring best interest decisions or court involvement Complex Care Framework cases and service users with multiple complaints About the Role: We are looking for an Experienced Practitioner Manager, to join our community-based team. A registered Social Worker with Social Work England, the successful candidate will have solid local authority experience within Adult Social Care. You should be able to confidently support and manage the performance of a team of social workers and social care assessors to foster a culture of continuous learning and reflection of practice that inspires staff to give of their best in their roles. We are looking for candidates who have strong management and leadership skills with demonstrable experience of delivering high quality interventions for residents, their families and carers, and experience of supporting practitioners to implement and embed excellent practice. You will have sound understanding of Care Act interventions along with significant knowledge of Strengths Based Practice, Mental Capacity and Safeguarding Adults. You will supervise up to 8 social care staff in the team and will support with their professional development through regular 1:1 supervision sessions and appraisals. You will ensure that statutory assessments are assigned and completed in a timely manner within expected performance targets and quality standards. This will include supporting staff with the management of their cases. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked "A" for application: Job Description and Person Specification We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59 on Thursday 30 April 2026. Shortlisting date: W/C 11 May 2026. Interview Date: 1 June 2026. Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits Contact Information: For an informal discussion, please contact: Olufunke Martins, Team Manager on At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .
NonStop Consulting Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Registered Fostering Manager Location: North East England Salary package up to £50,676 per annum NonStop Consulting is working with one of the most reputable Independent Fostering Agencies in the North East of England area, in order to find a Registered Fostering Manager who can join them on a permanent basis. In this role, you will be joining a charity with a very good reputation. They have a Good Ofsted rating also so you will be part of a very nice working environment. Benefits: - very good annual leave: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays - pension scheme - ongoing training and opportunities for career progression - flexibility with home working Responsibilities: The Registered Fostering Manager will manage two experienced Supervising Social Workers. The service has 11 fostering households with 15 children in their care. Requirements: experience in working as a Registered Fostering Manager or as a Fostering Team Manager or experienced Senior Practitioner / Senior Supervising Social Worker looking to step up good knowledge of the Ofsted requirements Full driving licence If you believe this opportunity is the right match for your skills and experience, please submit your CV (ideally in Word format) via this site.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Registered Fostering Manager Location: North East England Salary package up to £50,676 per annum NonStop Consulting is working with one of the most reputable Independent Fostering Agencies in the North East of England area, in order to find a Registered Fostering Manager who can join them on a permanent basis. In this role, you will be joining a charity with a very good reputation. They have a Good Ofsted rating also so you will be part of a very nice working environment. Benefits: - very good annual leave: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays - pension scheme - ongoing training and opportunities for career progression - flexibility with home working Responsibilities: The Registered Fostering Manager will manage two experienced Supervising Social Workers. The service has 11 fostering households with 15 children in their care. Requirements: experience in working as a Registered Fostering Manager or as a Fostering Team Manager or experienced Senior Practitioner / Senior Supervising Social Worker looking to step up good knowledge of the Ofsted requirements Full driving licence If you believe this opportunity is the right match for your skills and experience, please submit your CV (ideally in Word format) via this site.
About the Role About the role What was it that made you decide to become a nurse? Did you want to provide Kind Care and make a difference to people in need? Was it your love of learning, and the opportunity to work closely with multi-professional teams in a field that is constantly evolving? Whatever your reason, at HC One, the Kind Care Company, we can offer you a career where your kindness will be truly rewarded. Whether you are at the start of your exciting career journey, or have years of experience as a registered nurse, working within a care home environment can be incredibly rewarding It embodies the practice of nursing, all while building meaningful, long-lasting relationships with Residents and their loved ones. We are looking for kind nurses to join our dedicated care home teams across the country, offering enhanced rates of pay that progress with your experience alongside a wide range of attractive company benefits. About You About You In your role as a Clinical Lead at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people. As a Clinical Lead that will mean making sure the level of clinical care we offer goes beyond just professional standards and statutory, regulatory and legal requirements. It will mean providing specialist nursing support and advice, taking responsibility for resident care in the Home Manager's absence and supervising/coaching colleagues to provide a service that's unparalleled in its empathy for resident issues. You will be a Registered Nurse with a valid Pin number and will understand your commitment to your profession through the standards of practice set by the NMC. You will have a passion to mentor and share your knowledge with your Colleagues, along with providing support as a practice supervisor and assessor to students. You will understand the importance of effective communication, both verbally and written, and role model professional behaviours. You will advocate and deliver a person-centred approach to care for the people living in our care home and their families. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken. About the Company About The Company At HC-One, our purpose is to support those in our care to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, it is our mission to provide the kindest support and care to Residents living in our care homes, as we strive to be the first-choice care provider for Families, our Colleagues and Commissioners in each of the communities that we serve. We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family. We have a dedicated and professional workforce that strives to always deliver outstanding nursing care. We care about our talented teams and support them in their professional and personal growth. We are committed to developing people that work for us through robust career pathways, CPD and post graduate programmes. At HC-One, we ensure that your career is fulfilling and varied so that you feel empowered in your practice and delivery of evidence-based Kind Care. We are a diverse and inclusive company and we focus on learning from and with each other. Rewards and Benefits Rewards and benefits Are you ready to start your rewarding journey as a nurse at one of our HC-One care homes? We are here to support you through every step of your career and are committed to providing you with a quick and clear process from offering you a position to your very first working day. To compliment your salary, we offer paid NMC PIN renewal and access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological wellbeing. Benefits include: Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG Free uniform Homemade meals whilst on shift Company pension scheme - 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (contract dependent) Group life Assurance cover Wagestream financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it Award-winning learning and development opportunities, with dedicated support to achieve additional qualifications. GP online a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app available to you and your children under An opportunity to learn from experienced Colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team. access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners. free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their families access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issues Excellent Colleague recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role We want you to have an amazing experience working at HC-One, starting with our commitment to providing the quickest possible turnaround from the point of making you a job offer to you starting with us on day one. We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family. Pay rate is subject to experience and qualifications. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
About the Role About the role What was it that made you decide to become a nurse? Did you want to provide Kind Care and make a difference to people in need? Was it your love of learning, and the opportunity to work closely with multi-professional teams in a field that is constantly evolving? Whatever your reason, at HC One, the Kind Care Company, we can offer you a career where your kindness will be truly rewarded. Whether you are at the start of your exciting career journey, or have years of experience as a registered nurse, working within a care home environment can be incredibly rewarding It embodies the practice of nursing, all while building meaningful, long-lasting relationships with Residents and their loved ones. We are looking for kind nurses to join our dedicated care home teams across the country, offering enhanced rates of pay that progress with your experience alongside a wide range of attractive company benefits. About You About You In your role as a Clinical Lead at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people. As a Clinical Lead that will mean making sure the level of clinical care we offer goes beyond just professional standards and statutory, regulatory and legal requirements. It will mean providing specialist nursing support and advice, taking responsibility for resident care in the Home Manager's absence and supervising/coaching colleagues to provide a service that's unparalleled in its empathy for resident issues. You will be a Registered Nurse with a valid Pin number and will understand your commitment to your profession through the standards of practice set by the NMC. You will have a passion to mentor and share your knowledge with your Colleagues, along with providing support as a practice supervisor and assessor to students. You will understand the importance of effective communication, both verbally and written, and role model professional behaviours. You will advocate and deliver a person-centred approach to care for the people living in our care home and their families. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken. About the Company About The Company At HC-One, our purpose is to support those in our care to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, it is our mission to provide the kindest support and care to Residents living in our care homes, as we strive to be the first-choice care provider for Families, our Colleagues and Commissioners in each of the communities that we serve. We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family. We have a dedicated and professional workforce that strives to always deliver outstanding nursing care. We care about our talented teams and support them in their professional and personal growth. We are committed to developing people that work for us through robust career pathways, CPD and post graduate programmes. At HC-One, we ensure that your career is fulfilling and varied so that you feel empowered in your practice and delivery of evidence-based Kind Care. We are a diverse and inclusive company and we focus on learning from and with each other. Rewards and Benefits Rewards and benefits Are you ready to start your rewarding journey as a nurse at one of our HC-One care homes? We are here to support you through every step of your career and are committed to providing you with a quick and clear process from offering you a position to your very first working day. To compliment your salary, we offer paid NMC PIN renewal and access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological wellbeing. Benefits include: Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG Free uniform Homemade meals whilst on shift Company pension scheme - 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (contract dependent) Group life Assurance cover Wagestream financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it Award-winning learning and development opportunities, with dedicated support to achieve additional qualifications. GP online a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app available to you and your children under An opportunity to learn from experienced Colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team. access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners. free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their families access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issues Excellent Colleague recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role We want you to have an amazing experience working at HC-One, starting with our commitment to providing the quickest possible turnaround from the point of making you a job offer to you starting with us on day one. We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family. Pay rate is subject to experience and qualifications. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Glasgow, GBR, G511DA London, GBR, W1A 1AA Newcastle-upon-Tyne, GBR, NE991RN Salford, GBR, M50 2QH JOB DETAILS Principal Data Scientist - Discoverability, Recommendations Job Reference: 43528 Band: D Salary: £73,000 - £83,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. Contract type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Salford, Glasgow, Newcastle, London. This is a hybrid role, and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working. We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE The BBC has been serving audiences online for decades. Across our flagship products - BBC iPlayer, Sounds, News, Sport, and more - we educate, inform, and entertain millions of people every single day. We are now accelerating our shift towards experiences that are shaped around our audiences: more personal, more relevant, and more responsive to their needs. At the heart of this transformation is the Recommendations team. We design and build large scale ML/AI systems that help audiences discover the right content at the right moment. Our work already powers experiences across the BBC, including personalised recommendations on iPlayer and BBC Sounds. We're now looking for a Principal Data Scientist to help us in this next stage of our journey. WHY JOIN THE TEAM As a Principal Data Scientist, you'll play a key role in shaping the technical direction of recommender systems used by millions of people each day. You'll be a hands on contributor - prototyping, experimenting, and guiding the technical approach for complex ML solutions at true BBC scale. Working in a cross-functional team, you'll partner closely with engineers, product managers, and data scientists to deliver high impact systems that help audiences connect with the BBC's breadth and depth of content. Beyond your immediate team, you'll be an active member of the wider BBC Data Science community. You'll have opportunities to share your work, influence the development of data science and AI practices across the organisation, and engage with external communities to continue your own learning and development. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT You'll use your technical skills to deliver value to BBC audiences, blending a breadth and depth of data science expertise. You'll have impact within your immediate team and beyond, across the wider BBC, instrumental in developing scalable ML products. You'll work effectively within a cross-functional environment, collaborating to overcome the real-world challenges of deploying and maintaining ML in production. You'll apply your knowledge of machine learning algorithms to solve complex user and business problems in a robust and scalable way. You'll join the wider BBC Data Science community, with internal and external opportunities to get involved, share your knowledge, and mentoring colleagues. YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Extensive hands on experience in data science and machine learning, with a proven track record of contributing to technical machine learning projects. Experience developing and deploying recommender systems. Strong coding skills in Python. Ability to clearly communicate to both technical and non technical audiences. Ability to work effectively in a cross functional team. Experience with model lifecycle management and MLOps, including model deployment, versioning and monitoring. Good knowledge of cloud services, ideally AWS. Knowledge and understanding of best practices such as testing, code management and deployment. Mentorship and/or supervision of other team members. You are encouraged to apply even if you don't meet every one of the criteria above! We'll find above some of the skills and experience we expect from a Principal Data Scientist. Please do not think you have to tick all boxes: you will be working in a supportive and collaborative team, where we aim to put everyone in the condition to contribute at their best and feel that their work is useful and valued. Besides, you will find great development and learning opportunities to support your professional growth. We value diversity and are committed to be truly inclusive and a place where everyone belongs. APPLICATION PROCESS There is a 2-stage process: Hiring manager introductory call covering role background and candidate motivations for applying (external applicants only). 1.5 hour panel interview including a technical presentation from the candidate and role relevant competency-based questions. DISCLAIMER This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved. Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory. Before your start date, you may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges, in line with our Recruitment policy. This allows us to discuss any support you may need and assess any risks. Failure to disclose may result in the withdrawal of your offer. The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio economic background, religion and/or belief. DISABILITY CONFIDENT We are a disability confident employer. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process, or to carry out this role, please contact us via email and we'd be happy to discuss: BENEFITS Fair pay and flexible benefits including a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pensions scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym. Excellent career and professional development. Support in your working life, including flexible working which you can discuss with us at any point during the application, selection or offer. A values based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do. Benefits may vary if you are joining on an FTC basis or on an orchestra conditions contract. BBC Group and Public Services, Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London, United Kingdom, W1A 1AA. BBC Studios Distribution Limited, company no: , registered address: 1 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, United Kingdom W12 7FA.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Glasgow, GBR, G511DA London, GBR, W1A 1AA Newcastle-upon-Tyne, GBR, NE991RN Salford, GBR, M50 2QH JOB DETAILS Principal Data Scientist - Discoverability, Recommendations Job Reference: 43528 Band: D Salary: £73,000 - £83,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. Contract type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Salford, Glasgow, Newcastle, London. This is a hybrid role, and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working. We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE The BBC has been serving audiences online for decades. Across our flagship products - BBC iPlayer, Sounds, News, Sport, and more - we educate, inform, and entertain millions of people every single day. We are now accelerating our shift towards experiences that are shaped around our audiences: more personal, more relevant, and more responsive to their needs. At the heart of this transformation is the Recommendations team. We design and build large scale ML/AI systems that help audiences discover the right content at the right moment. Our work already powers experiences across the BBC, including personalised recommendations on iPlayer and BBC Sounds. We're now looking for a Principal Data Scientist to help us in this next stage of our journey. WHY JOIN THE TEAM As a Principal Data Scientist, you'll play a key role in shaping the technical direction of recommender systems used by millions of people each day. You'll be a hands on contributor - prototyping, experimenting, and guiding the technical approach for complex ML solutions at true BBC scale. Working in a cross-functional team, you'll partner closely with engineers, product managers, and data scientists to deliver high impact systems that help audiences connect with the BBC's breadth and depth of content. Beyond your immediate team, you'll be an active member of the wider BBC Data Science community. You'll have opportunities to share your work, influence the development of data science and AI practices across the organisation, and engage with external communities to continue your own learning and development. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT You'll use your technical skills to deliver value to BBC audiences, blending a breadth and depth of data science expertise. You'll have impact within your immediate team and beyond, across the wider BBC, instrumental in developing scalable ML products. You'll work effectively within a cross-functional environment, collaborating to overcome the real-world challenges of deploying and maintaining ML in production. You'll apply your knowledge of machine learning algorithms to solve complex user and business problems in a robust and scalable way. You'll join the wider BBC Data Science community, with internal and external opportunities to get involved, share your knowledge, and mentoring colleagues. YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Extensive hands on experience in data science and machine learning, with a proven track record of contributing to technical machine learning projects. Experience developing and deploying recommender systems. Strong coding skills in Python. Ability to clearly communicate to both technical and non technical audiences. Ability to work effectively in a cross functional team. Experience with model lifecycle management and MLOps, including model deployment, versioning and monitoring. Good knowledge of cloud services, ideally AWS. Knowledge and understanding of best practices such as testing, code management and deployment. Mentorship and/or supervision of other team members. You are encouraged to apply even if you don't meet every one of the criteria above! We'll find above some of the skills and experience we expect from a Principal Data Scientist. Please do not think you have to tick all boxes: you will be working in a supportive and collaborative team, where we aim to put everyone in the condition to contribute at their best and feel that their work is useful and valued. Besides, you will find great development and learning opportunities to support your professional growth. We value diversity and are committed to be truly inclusive and a place where everyone belongs. APPLICATION PROCESS There is a 2-stage process: Hiring manager introductory call covering role background and candidate motivations for applying (external applicants only). 1.5 hour panel interview including a technical presentation from the candidate and role relevant competency-based questions. DISCLAIMER This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved. Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory. Before your start date, you may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges, in line with our Recruitment policy. This allows us to discuss any support you may need and assess any risks. Failure to disclose may result in the withdrawal of your offer. The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio economic background, religion and/or belief. DISABILITY CONFIDENT We are a disability confident employer. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process, or to carry out this role, please contact us via email and we'd be happy to discuss: BENEFITS Fair pay and flexible benefits including a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pensions scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym. Excellent career and professional development. Support in your working life, including flexible working which you can discuss with us at any point during the application, selection or offer. A values based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do. Benefits may vary if you are joining on an FTC basis or on an orchestra conditions contract. BBC Group and Public Services, Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London, United Kingdom, W1A 1AA. BBC Studios Distribution Limited, company no: , registered address: 1 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, United Kingdom W12 7FA.
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Job Title : Childrens Registered Manager Salary : Up to £65,000 per annum (plus bonus for Ofsted ratings/capacity) Location :Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 Our client already holds a huge presence in the children's residential sector and is looking for a Registered Manager to join their established home supporting children with learning disabilities click apply for full job details
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Childrens Registered Manager Salary : Up to £65,000 per annum (plus bonus for Ofsted ratings/capacity) Location :Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 Our client already holds a huge presence in the children's residential sector and is looking for a Registered Manager to join their established home supporting children with learning disabilities click apply for full job details
ABOUT THE ROLE As Care Home Deputy Manager & Clinical Lead of a Barchester care home, you'll support the delivery of the quality care we're known for. Working closely with the General Manager and taking on leadership duties in their absence, you can expect to help with everything from ensuring care standards to motivating your team. You'll inspire a multidisciplinary team to make sure they help every resident to enjoy the best possible quality of life. That means leading by example and monitoring standards through regular audits, supervised clinical practice and checking our regulatory compliance. You'll set the highest standards and draw on your skills to develop and deliver strategies that will help you achieve your goals. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Home Deputy Manager & Clinical Lead, you'll need be a Registered Nurse (RN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching/mentoring/supervision qualification. Experience in helping residents with different health needs is important too, as is a successful track record of managing safeguarding investigations and clinical risk assessments. We'll also look for some HR experience, a strong knowledge of sales and marketing, an understanding of budget management, and a track record of supporting newly qualified nurses through preceptorship. Finally, you'll be compassionate, resilient and determined to deliver quality care in our engaging and energetic environment. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE As Care Home Deputy Manager & Clinical Lead of a Barchester care home, you'll support the delivery of the quality care we're known for. Working closely with the General Manager and taking on leadership duties in their absence, you can expect to help with everything from ensuring care standards to motivating your team. You'll inspire a multidisciplinary team to make sure they help every resident to enjoy the best possible quality of life. That means leading by example and monitoring standards through regular audits, supervised clinical practice and checking our regulatory compliance. You'll set the highest standards and draw on your skills to develop and deliver strategies that will help you achieve your goals. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Home Deputy Manager & Clinical Lead, you'll need be a Registered Nurse (RN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching/mentoring/supervision qualification. Experience in helping residents with different health needs is important too, as is a successful track record of managing safeguarding investigations and clinical risk assessments. We'll also look for some HR experience, a strong knowledge of sales and marketing, an understanding of budget management, and a track record of supporting newly qualified nurses through preceptorship. Finally, you'll be compassionate, resilient and determined to deliver quality care in our engaging and energetic environment. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.
A healthcare provider in Stockport is seeking a Care Home Deputy Manager & Clinical Lead. You will oversee quality care delivery, lead a multidisciplinary team, and ensure compliance with care standards. The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse with experience in safeguarding and clinical risk assessments, combined with HR knowledge and a passion for quality patient care. This role offers a robust rewards package including free development, profit share, and travel discounts.
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
A healthcare provider in Stockport is seeking a Care Home Deputy Manager & Clinical Lead. You will oversee quality care delivery, lead a multidisciplinary team, and ensure compliance with care standards. The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse with experience in safeguarding and clinical risk assessments, combined with HR knowledge and a passion for quality patient care. This role offers a robust rewards package including free development, profit share, and travel discounts.
Job Description: We are looking for an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to support the day-to-day running of a small childrens residential home. This is a hands-on role where you will lead by example, working closely with the Registered Manager to provide high-quality care and ensure positive outcomes for young people click apply for full job details
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
Job Description: We are looking for an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to support the day-to-day running of a small childrens residential home. This is a hands-on role where you will lead by example, working closely with the Registered Manager to provide high-quality care and ensure positive outcomes for young people click apply for full job details
Foster Care Associates (FCA)Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 36,323.65 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. Duties Will Include Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team Undertaking occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments You Must Have A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays) Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations A full UK driving licence For more information about this post, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on (phone number removed) or Ray Kalaker, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (FCA)Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 36,323.65 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. Duties Will Include Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team Undertaking occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments You Must Have A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays) Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations A full UK driving licence For more information about this post, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on (phone number removed) or Ray Kalaker, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
SPONSORSHIP NOT AVAILABLE Are you an experienced Children's & Young person support worker? We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible Children & Young people through leading by example to other Children's & Young person's support workers. What we can offer you as a Children's Residential Team Leader at The Cambian Group Full Time hours with overtime available£30 Sleep in rate (2-3 sleep ins per week)Overtime paid at an enhanced ratesShift patterns and Rotas to support your work life balanceFull enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by The Cambian GroupFull Training provided - 10-day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediately3-5 paid shadowing shifts working with an experienced Team Leader or Deputy Manager Working closely and collaborative with clinical and other local authoritiesOpportunity of succession and personal development planning to achieve your full career potential to support you in progressing your career from your leadership team. Free onsite parking, meals and other benefits such as Cycle to work, Dental plans, Casual Dress, Pension scheme, Car leasing scheme, The Cambian Group Rewards full of discounted restaurants and days out for the family! The working day can be very unpredictable and you could find yourself doing a variation of duties such as: Planning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointments. We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Working on a rota basis (average 169 hours a month) plus sleep ins depending on the size of the home. We do understand personal commitments and will be pleased to talk about flexible working Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with OFSTED regulations 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. Qualifications/Experience/Requirements MUST HOLD A UK DRIVING LICENCE We are looking for people with the ability to assist the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeTo receive supervision in line with Quality Standards and to take responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needsTo carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy ManagerTo deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager We are creating a family for our incredible Children & Young people therefore we welcome a diverse culture We are the The Cambian Group, the largest independent provider of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everyone has a personal best. Those we care for and those who care for them. You will find that you are part of a close, supportive team, all focused on achieving the best outcome for everyone. Requirements for an Enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible due to the nature of these important checks it may extend the processing time. All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Cambian Group employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
SPONSORSHIP NOT AVAILABLE Are you an experienced Children's & Young person support worker? We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible Children & Young people through leading by example to other Children's & Young person's support workers. What we can offer you as a Children's Residential Team Leader at The Cambian Group Full Time hours with overtime available£30 Sleep in rate (2-3 sleep ins per week)Overtime paid at an enhanced ratesShift patterns and Rotas to support your work life balanceFull enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by The Cambian GroupFull Training provided - 10-day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediately3-5 paid shadowing shifts working with an experienced Team Leader or Deputy Manager Working closely and collaborative with clinical and other local authoritiesOpportunity of succession and personal development planning to achieve your full career potential to support you in progressing your career from your leadership team. Free onsite parking, meals and other benefits such as Cycle to work, Dental plans, Casual Dress, Pension scheme, Car leasing scheme, The Cambian Group Rewards full of discounted restaurants and days out for the family! The working day can be very unpredictable and you could find yourself doing a variation of duties such as: Planning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointments. We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Working on a rota basis (average 169 hours a month) plus sleep ins depending on the size of the home. We do understand personal commitments and will be pleased to talk about flexible working Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with OFSTED regulations 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. Qualifications/Experience/Requirements MUST HOLD A UK DRIVING LICENCE We are looking for people with the ability to assist the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeTo receive supervision in line with Quality Standards and to take responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needsTo carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy ManagerTo deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager We are creating a family for our incredible Children & Young people therefore we welcome a diverse culture We are the The Cambian Group, the largest independent provider of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everyone has a personal best. Those we care for and those who care for them. You will find that you are part of a close, supportive team, all focused on achieving the best outcome for everyone. Requirements for an Enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible due to the nature of these important checks it may extend the processing time. All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Cambian Group employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Registered Manager - Children's Residential Homes Locations: Preesall, Blackpool Setting: Solo Placement Home Salary: From £50,000 per annum plus Ofsted & Performance Bonus We are seeking an experienced and driven Registered Manager to open, oversee, manage and put own stamp on a brand new home in Preesall click apply for full job details
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
Registered Manager - Children's Residential Homes Locations: Preesall, Blackpool Setting: Solo Placement Home Salary: From £50,000 per annum plus Ofsted & Performance Bonus We are seeking an experienced and driven Registered Manager to open, oversee, manage and put own stamp on a brand new home in Preesall click apply for full job details
Registered Manager Homecare Location: Denton (covering Manchester and Tameside) Salary: Up to £65K depending on experience plus bonus Ready to lead a homecare service with real scale and complexity? Following a successful tender award, we're looking for a motivated Manager to lead this new contract and help establish it from the outset click apply for full job details
Apr 18, 2026
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Registered Manager Homecare Location: Denton (covering Manchester and Tameside) Salary: Up to £65K depending on experience plus bonus Ready to lead a homecare service with real scale and complexity? Following a successful tender award, we're looking for a motivated Manager to lead this new contract and help establish it from the outset click apply for full job details
Registered Manager - Job Description Provider: Havenwell Homes Location: Luton Salary: £60,000 per annum + company car + performance-related bonus (payable once the home has opened) Home Capacity: 3 children (ages 11-15) 1. Job Purpose The Registered Manager (RM) will lead Havenwell Homes' new 3-bed children's home in Luton, providing high-quality, child-centred residential care for young people aged 11-15 with various emotional and behavioural needs . The RM is responsible for leading the Ofsted registration process, establishing a stable team, and ensuring full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards . They will shape the home's culture, ensuring therapeutic, trauma-informed practice and consistently positive outcomes for children. 2. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management Lead the home through Ofsted pre-registration, interviews, and initial inspection. Develop and embed a child-centred, trauma-informed culture. Provide strong leadership to the team, including induction, supervision, and performance management. Maintain effective staffing levels and create the staff shift pattern (TBC). Model positive, professional behaviour promoting children's safety and development. Childcare & Safeguarding Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the home. Ensure safe, effective care planning, risk assessments, and placement matching. Advocate for children, ensuring their voice shapes daily practice and the home environment. Build strong relationships with families, social workers, and external partners. Oversee behaviour support approaches, ensuring non-restrictive, trauma-aware practice. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Ensure full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations & Ofsted SCCIF. Maintain accurate, high-quality records in line with legal and organisational requirements. Prepare and submit Regulation 45 Quality of Care Reviews. Ensure all notifiable incidents are reported to Ofsted and safeguarding partners. Oversee health & safety, fire safety, medication systems, and risk management. Operational Management Manage the home's budget and ensure cost-effective operations. Oversee rotas, training plans, admissions, and staff deployment. Ensure the home environment is safe, welcoming, and well maintained. Lead team meetings, reflective practice sessions, and debriefs. Ensure key policies are implemented and regularly reviewed. Strategic Development Support the development of Havenwell Homes' wider service and future homes. Embed continuous improvement and evidence-based practice. Build strong links with local authorities and external professionals. 3. Person Specification Essential Skills & Attributes Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent safeguarding decision-making. Ability to create a therapeutic, structured, and nurturing environment. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and report-writing skills. Resilient, emotionally intelligent, and calm under pressure. Ability to manage staff rotas, budgets, and operational systems. Desirable Attributes Ability to develop new services. Experience supporting children with complex and varied needs. Understanding of therapeutic models such as PACE or restorative practice. 4. Required Qualifications & Experience Essential Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting. Minimum 1 year supervisory/management experience . Strong understanding of: Children's Homes Regulations 2015 Quality Standards Ofsted SCCIF Safeguarding and risk management Experience supporting children with emotional/behavioural needs. Desirable Experience as a Deputy or Registered Manager. DSL training. Behaviour support and trauma-informed practice training. Medication administration, first aid, and health & safety training. 5. Additional Requirements Full UK driving licence (company car provided). Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends/evenings. On-call responsibilities as part of the management structure. Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Registered Manager - Job Description Provider: Havenwell Homes Location: Luton Salary: £60,000 per annum + company car + performance-related bonus (payable once the home has opened) Home Capacity: 3 children (ages 11-15) 1. Job Purpose The Registered Manager (RM) will lead Havenwell Homes' new 3-bed children's home in Luton, providing high-quality, child-centred residential care for young people aged 11-15 with various emotional and behavioural needs . The RM is responsible for leading the Ofsted registration process, establishing a stable team, and ensuring full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards . They will shape the home's culture, ensuring therapeutic, trauma-informed practice and consistently positive outcomes for children. 2. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management Lead the home through Ofsted pre-registration, interviews, and initial inspection. Develop and embed a child-centred, trauma-informed culture. Provide strong leadership to the team, including induction, supervision, and performance management. Maintain effective staffing levels and create the staff shift pattern (TBC). Model positive, professional behaviour promoting children's safety and development. Childcare & Safeguarding Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the home. Ensure safe, effective care planning, risk assessments, and placement matching. Advocate for children, ensuring their voice shapes daily practice and the home environment. Build strong relationships with families, social workers, and external partners. Oversee behaviour support approaches, ensuring non-restrictive, trauma-aware practice. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Ensure full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations & Ofsted SCCIF. Maintain accurate, high-quality records in line with legal and organisational requirements. Prepare and submit Regulation 45 Quality of Care Reviews. Ensure all notifiable incidents are reported to Ofsted and safeguarding partners. Oversee health & safety, fire safety, medication systems, and risk management. Operational Management Manage the home's budget and ensure cost-effective operations. Oversee rotas, training plans, admissions, and staff deployment. Ensure the home environment is safe, welcoming, and well maintained. Lead team meetings, reflective practice sessions, and debriefs. Ensure key policies are implemented and regularly reviewed. Strategic Development Support the development of Havenwell Homes' wider service and future homes. Embed continuous improvement and evidence-based practice. Build strong links with local authorities and external professionals. 3. Person Specification Essential Skills & Attributes Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent safeguarding decision-making. Ability to create a therapeutic, structured, and nurturing environment. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and report-writing skills. Resilient, emotionally intelligent, and calm under pressure. Ability to manage staff rotas, budgets, and operational systems. Desirable Attributes Ability to develop new services. Experience supporting children with complex and varied needs. Understanding of therapeutic models such as PACE or restorative practice. 4. Required Qualifications & Experience Essential Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting. Minimum 1 year supervisory/management experience . Strong understanding of: Children's Homes Regulations 2015 Quality Standards Ofsted SCCIF Safeguarding and risk management Experience supporting children with emotional/behavioural needs. Desirable Experience as a Deputy or Registered Manager. DSL training. Behaviour support and trauma-informed practice training. Medication administration, first aid, and health & safety training. 5. Additional Requirements Full UK driving licence (company car provided). Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends/evenings. On-call responsibilities as part of the management structure. Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
Children's Home Deputy Manager (Dual Homes) Location: Barnsley Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Salary: Up to £42,248.55 per year (including sleep ins and on call payments) Hours: 39 per week Reports To: Registered Manager, Responsible Individuals & Operational Directors Benefits 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays On call payments up to £35 39 hours per week, including sleep ins as per rota Occasional office days for administrative tasks Petrol allowance when using your own car (business insurance required) Pension scheme in line with organisational and government guidance About the Role Dove Adolescent Services empowers young people to build resilience and thrive through strong, positive relationships and effective preparation for adulthood. We're looking for a Deputy Manager to help oversee two 2 bed homes in Barnsley. Working alongside the Registered Manager, you'll support the day to day operations, ensuring high quality care and that each young person's rights, wellbeing, and individual needs are met. You'll guide and support the staff team, maintaining strong safeguarding practice and meeting all regulatory standards. Your leadership will directly contribute to positive outcomes for young people and uphold Dove's values and commitment to excellent care. Role Overview As Dual Deputy Manager, you'll support the Registered Manager across both homes by: Ensuring high quality care that meets legislative, safeguarding, Ofsted SCCIF, and organisational standards Promoting each young person's rights, wellbeing, and individual needs Leading, guiding, and supporting staff to maintain excellent practice Overseeing records, documentation, monitoring systems, and quality assurance Supporting daily operations, decision making, and service improvements Maintaining Health & Safety compliance and ensuring staff training is up to date Assisting with rotas, inductions, supervision, appraisals, and staff development Supporting safer recruitment and HR processes (grievances, complaints, disciplinaries) Contributing to budget monitoring, financial controls, and resource management Ensuring both homes are safe, well maintained, and fully compliant Building strong relationships with external agencies, commissioners, and partners Assisting with placements and admissions when required Participating in the on call rota and covering sleep ins as needed Required Attributes Commitment to high quality care and education Team leadership or management experience Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge Level 3 Children & Young People qualification (minimum) Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete) Understanding of vulnerable young people's needs Safe working practice and strong professional boundaries Excellent relationship building skills Emotional resilience and ability to maintain confidentiality Commitment to equality and anti discriminatory practice Full UK driving licence and access to transport Flexible, reliable, and able to support service development Dove Adolescent Services Ltd established 1993 provides residential care for young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. , Location: Barnsley, ENG - S71 1HR
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Children's Home Deputy Manager (Dual Homes) Location: Barnsley Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Salary: Up to £42,248.55 per year (including sleep ins and on call payments) Hours: 39 per week Reports To: Registered Manager, Responsible Individuals & Operational Directors Benefits 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays On call payments up to £35 39 hours per week, including sleep ins as per rota Occasional office days for administrative tasks Petrol allowance when using your own car (business insurance required) Pension scheme in line with organisational and government guidance About the Role Dove Adolescent Services empowers young people to build resilience and thrive through strong, positive relationships and effective preparation for adulthood. We're looking for a Deputy Manager to help oversee two 2 bed homes in Barnsley. Working alongside the Registered Manager, you'll support the day to day operations, ensuring high quality care and that each young person's rights, wellbeing, and individual needs are met. You'll guide and support the staff team, maintaining strong safeguarding practice and meeting all regulatory standards. Your leadership will directly contribute to positive outcomes for young people and uphold Dove's values and commitment to excellent care. Role Overview As Dual Deputy Manager, you'll support the Registered Manager across both homes by: Ensuring high quality care that meets legislative, safeguarding, Ofsted SCCIF, and organisational standards Promoting each young person's rights, wellbeing, and individual needs Leading, guiding, and supporting staff to maintain excellent practice Overseeing records, documentation, monitoring systems, and quality assurance Supporting daily operations, decision making, and service improvements Maintaining Health & Safety compliance and ensuring staff training is up to date Assisting with rotas, inductions, supervision, appraisals, and staff development Supporting safer recruitment and HR processes (grievances, complaints, disciplinaries) Contributing to budget monitoring, financial controls, and resource management Ensuring both homes are safe, well maintained, and fully compliant Building strong relationships with external agencies, commissioners, and partners Assisting with placements and admissions when required Participating in the on call rota and covering sleep ins as needed Required Attributes Commitment to high quality care and education Team leadership or management experience Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge Level 3 Children & Young People qualification (minimum) Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete) Understanding of vulnerable young people's needs Safe working practice and strong professional boundaries Excellent relationship building skills Emotional resilience and ability to maintain confidentiality Commitment to equality and anti discriminatory practice Full UK driving licence and access to transport Flexible, reliable, and able to support service development Dove Adolescent Services Ltd established 1993 provides residential care for young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. , Location: Barnsley, ENG - S71 1HR
Do you want to work in a children s home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person s life? Are you an experience leader in residential childcare, passionate about creating a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment? Apply today to join our client s team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day. They are seeking a passionate, experienced Home Manager to work closely with the Registered Manager to oversee the daily running of the home, lead and support the staff team, and ensure the highest standards of care and safeguarding are consistently maintained. The Home Manager is a key operational leader who supports the Registered Manager in ensuring safe, therapeutic and high-quality care within dual registered children s homes. This role holds greater responsibility than a Deputy role so it s ideal for a Senior or a Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career. Our client is committed to providing a stable and nurturing home for children and young people, using Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and trauma-informed care as the foundation of everything they do. Location: Ollerton Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary: £45,000 per annum DOE Shift Pattern: Typically, 9am 5pm, though shifts will be required to cover sickness and annual leave What Our Client Offers: Competitive Salary. 40-hour Full-Time Contract. 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays). Performance bonuses £100 for achieving a Good Ofsted rating and £200 for Outstanding . Therapeutic training, including DDP, to develop advanced skills in trauma-informed care. Continuous professional development opportunities, including structured 1-1 and group managerial training development workshops throughout your probationary period. A supportive, inclusive work culture where diversity is respected and individuality is valued. An organisation guided by the belief that Every Step Forward Matters focusing on progress, growth, and the unique journey of every staff member and young person. What They re Looking For: A minimum of 2 years experience in residential childcare, including leadership responsibilities. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Level 5 is preferred but not required. DDP therapeutically trained or willing to complete the training within the probation period. Strong safeguarding knowledge, understanding of regulatory framework and the ability to respond effectively to concerns. Ability to manage, motivate and develop a staff team. Requirements: Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement). Must have the right to work in the UK. Full manual UK driving license. Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting. A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates. What You ll Be Doing: Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day management of the home and be the main point of contact when the Registered Manager is unavailable. Lead shifts, ensuring the smooth running of the home and adherence to care plans, routines, and safeguarding procedures. Oversee compliance, service quality and team development, including supervisions, appraisals, and performance management. Oversee the daily operation of the home, ensuring routines are followed, staffing levels are safe, and the environment remains calm, nurturing and well-maintained. Provide leadership to the team and oversee staff deployment and rotas. Ensure the care provided is trauma-informed, person-centred and tailored to the needs of the children and young people. Lead and facilitate staff meetings, ensuring effective communication and team cohesion. Ensure placement plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans are up to date and implemented in daily practice. Work collaboratively with professionals, families, and external agencies to support the young person s care plan, contributing to meetings, providing written reports and ensure communication across the team is clear, timely and accurate. Contribute to Ofsted inspections, quality assurance, and continuous improvement processes. Act as a role model for therapeutic and DDP-informed practice, embedding reflective and relational approaches across the team. Provide on-call support and cover when required. About Our Client When you join our client, you become part of a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in young people s lives. They value your expertise, invest in your growth, and celebrate your achievements, because when their team thrives, so do the young people they care for. They are a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, they are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children s residential care. This exciting new chapter reflects their commitment to supporting young people with high acuity needs, including emotional and behavioural challenges, developmental trauma, and attachment difficulties. Their new children s homes are designed to offer intensive, trauma-informed therapeutic care, led by skilled teams and supported by clinical professionals.
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Do you want to work in a children s home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person s life? Are you an experience leader in residential childcare, passionate about creating a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment? Apply today to join our client s team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day. They are seeking a passionate, experienced Home Manager to work closely with the Registered Manager to oversee the daily running of the home, lead and support the staff team, and ensure the highest standards of care and safeguarding are consistently maintained. The Home Manager is a key operational leader who supports the Registered Manager in ensuring safe, therapeutic and high-quality care within dual registered children s homes. This role holds greater responsibility than a Deputy role so it s ideal for a Senior or a Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career. Our client is committed to providing a stable and nurturing home for children and young people, using Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and trauma-informed care as the foundation of everything they do. Location: Ollerton Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary: £45,000 per annum DOE Shift Pattern: Typically, 9am 5pm, though shifts will be required to cover sickness and annual leave What Our Client Offers: Competitive Salary. 40-hour Full-Time Contract. 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays). Performance bonuses £100 for achieving a Good Ofsted rating and £200 for Outstanding . Therapeutic training, including DDP, to develop advanced skills in trauma-informed care. Continuous professional development opportunities, including structured 1-1 and group managerial training development workshops throughout your probationary period. A supportive, inclusive work culture where diversity is respected and individuality is valued. An organisation guided by the belief that Every Step Forward Matters focusing on progress, growth, and the unique journey of every staff member and young person. What They re Looking For: A minimum of 2 years experience in residential childcare, including leadership responsibilities. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Level 5 is preferred but not required. DDP therapeutically trained or willing to complete the training within the probation period. Strong safeguarding knowledge, understanding of regulatory framework and the ability to respond effectively to concerns. Ability to manage, motivate and develop a staff team. Requirements: Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement). Must have the right to work in the UK. Full manual UK driving license. Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting. A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates. What You ll Be Doing: Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day management of the home and be the main point of contact when the Registered Manager is unavailable. Lead shifts, ensuring the smooth running of the home and adherence to care plans, routines, and safeguarding procedures. Oversee compliance, service quality and team development, including supervisions, appraisals, and performance management. Oversee the daily operation of the home, ensuring routines are followed, staffing levels are safe, and the environment remains calm, nurturing and well-maintained. Provide leadership to the team and oversee staff deployment and rotas. Ensure the care provided is trauma-informed, person-centred and tailored to the needs of the children and young people. Lead and facilitate staff meetings, ensuring effective communication and team cohesion. Ensure placement plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans are up to date and implemented in daily practice. Work collaboratively with professionals, families, and external agencies to support the young person s care plan, contributing to meetings, providing written reports and ensure communication across the team is clear, timely and accurate. Contribute to Ofsted inspections, quality assurance, and continuous improvement processes. Act as a role model for therapeutic and DDP-informed practice, embedding reflective and relational approaches across the team. Provide on-call support and cover when required. About Our Client When you join our client, you become part of a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in young people s lives. They value your expertise, invest in your growth, and celebrate your achievements, because when their team thrives, so do the young people they care for. They are a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, they are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children s residential care. This exciting new chapter reflects their commitment to supporting young people with high acuity needs, including emotional and behavioural challenges, developmental trauma, and attachment difficulties. Their new children s homes are designed to offer intensive, trauma-informed therapeutic care, led by skilled teams and supported by clinical professionals.
The Job: Avon Search and Selection are excited to be working with a newly formed Employee-owned independent care group trust, seeking an experienced and highly capable experienced Home Manager to lead the turnaround of a residential care home. The Service is currently rated as Requires Improvement following a CQC inspection. Reporting to the Director of Care, the post holder will be the Senior Manager in the home, taking full accountability for driving rapid and sustainable improvements in the residential care service for frail older people and those living with a dementia. Career Progression: This role offers a clear progression pathway - Upon successful turnaround of the service, achievement of a Good CQC rating, and demonstrated strategic leadership capability , the post holder will be supported to transition into one of two Director role either Director of Care or Managing Director, aligned with planned retirement of the current post holders within two years. The Person: The successful person must have a minimum of 2 years experience in either a Home Manager or Peripatetic/Support Manager role in a Care Home setting. You will need to be NVQ3 qualified and either be working towards or happy to do your NVQ5. Main Responsibilities: To provide leadership of the Care and Support teams of the Care Home. To ensure that all regulatory requirements are met and that you are aware of the relevant regulations that apply to the service being managed. To manage the services within The Home in accordance with standards agreed with the Registered Provider, legislative requirements and relevant regulations and in line with accepted best practices. Desirable Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Graduate in clinical profession (RN or equivalent) or Social work degree Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care. Post Graduate qualification in business administration or finance / contract law Experience working at or contributing to senior leadership level. Experience of managing services for residents living with dementia. Familiarity with local authority and Integrated Care Board commissioning arrangements To be considered for this excellent opportunity in Cumbria, please apply and a consultant will contact you.
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
The Job: Avon Search and Selection are excited to be working with a newly formed Employee-owned independent care group trust, seeking an experienced and highly capable experienced Home Manager to lead the turnaround of a residential care home. The Service is currently rated as Requires Improvement following a CQC inspection. Reporting to the Director of Care, the post holder will be the Senior Manager in the home, taking full accountability for driving rapid and sustainable improvements in the residential care service for frail older people and those living with a dementia. Career Progression: This role offers a clear progression pathway - Upon successful turnaround of the service, achievement of a Good CQC rating, and demonstrated strategic leadership capability , the post holder will be supported to transition into one of two Director role either Director of Care or Managing Director, aligned with planned retirement of the current post holders within two years. The Person: The successful person must have a minimum of 2 years experience in either a Home Manager or Peripatetic/Support Manager role in a Care Home setting. You will need to be NVQ3 qualified and either be working towards or happy to do your NVQ5. Main Responsibilities: To provide leadership of the Care and Support teams of the Care Home. To ensure that all regulatory requirements are met and that you are aware of the relevant regulations that apply to the service being managed. To manage the services within The Home in accordance with standards agreed with the Registered Provider, legislative requirements and relevant regulations and in line with accepted best practices. Desirable Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Graduate in clinical profession (RN or equivalent) or Social work degree Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care. Post Graduate qualification in business administration or finance / contract law Experience working at or contributing to senior leadership level. Experience of managing services for residents living with dementia. Familiarity with local authority and Integrated Care Board commissioning arrangements To be considered for this excellent opportunity in Cumbria, please apply and a consultant will contact you.
Operations Director Location: Bournemouth Contract: Full time permanent - 40 hours per week Salary: 70,000 - 75,000 per annum, depending on experience Benefits: Discretionary bonus of up to 10% per annum Car allowance 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays Company Pension Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme About Us Make a real difference in the lives of young people. Join Budwood. Budwood provides high-quality Registered Children's Homes and Supported Living Homes for young people with complex needs, ranging from single-occupancy to 4 bed multi-occupancy provisions across Dorset and Hampshire. Our ethos is rooted in therapeutic, nurturing, family-style care - ensuring every young person experiences safety, stability and the opportunity to thrive. Driven by compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence, we provide very high-quality services, with our inspection outcomes highly positive. We are continuously developing services that place young people's wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. Budwood is part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as education, residential and leaving care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For Due to the expansion of Budwood, and more importantly striving for Outstanding Ofsted ratings, we are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Operations Director to support the Managing Director in delivering our services. If you are a leader who is passionate about transforming the lives of young people and committed to delivering exceptional care, we would love to hear from you. Role Responsibilities As the Operations Director, you will play a vital role in ensuring our homes run effectively and continue to deliver exceptional support. This is a leadership role where you will be a visible presence - coaching staff, championing high standards, and driving continuous service improvement. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing the effective running of all homes to ensure high-quality, therapeutic support is consistently delivered. Leading, supervising and developing Area Managers, ensuring strong and motivated teams. Ensuring regulatory compliance and driving towards achieving Good and Outstanding Ofsted outcomes. Maintaining occupancy levels above 90%. Overseeing workforce planning, recruitment, and induction, reducing reliance on agency staff. Supporting the delivery of trauma-informed practice, working alongside clinical teams, therapists and psychologists. Managing budgets, rotas, and operational processes in line with legislation and company policies. Leading multi-agency liaison, chairing meetings and reviews, and ensuring safeguarding is upheld to the highest standard. Building strong relationships with internal teams, stakeholders, and commissioning authorities. About You Minimum of Level 5 qualification in residential childcare. Proactive, enthusiastic, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for children. Experience of managing complex social care/LAC services and trauma-informed practice. Excellent understanding of safeguarding, Children's Homes Regulations, and relevant legislation. Confident leadership skills, robust decision-making and strong written/verbal communication. Ability to manage budgets, oversee rotas and deliver projects effectively. A proactive, solution-focused approach. A commitment to personal development. Full UK driving licence. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Logistics,
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Operations Director Location: Bournemouth Contract: Full time permanent - 40 hours per week Salary: 70,000 - 75,000 per annum, depending on experience Benefits: Discretionary bonus of up to 10% per annum Car allowance 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays Company Pension Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme About Us Make a real difference in the lives of young people. Join Budwood. Budwood provides high-quality Registered Children's Homes and Supported Living Homes for young people with complex needs, ranging from single-occupancy to 4 bed multi-occupancy provisions across Dorset and Hampshire. Our ethos is rooted in therapeutic, nurturing, family-style care - ensuring every young person experiences safety, stability and the opportunity to thrive. Driven by compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence, we provide very high-quality services, with our inspection outcomes highly positive. We are continuously developing services that place young people's wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. Budwood is part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as education, residential and leaving care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For Due to the expansion of Budwood, and more importantly striving for Outstanding Ofsted ratings, we are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Operations Director to support the Managing Director in delivering our services. If you are a leader who is passionate about transforming the lives of young people and committed to delivering exceptional care, we would love to hear from you. Role Responsibilities As the Operations Director, you will play a vital role in ensuring our homes run effectively and continue to deliver exceptional support. This is a leadership role where you will be a visible presence - coaching staff, championing high standards, and driving continuous service improvement. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing the effective running of all homes to ensure high-quality, therapeutic support is consistently delivered. Leading, supervising and developing Area Managers, ensuring strong and motivated teams. Ensuring regulatory compliance and driving towards achieving Good and Outstanding Ofsted outcomes. Maintaining occupancy levels above 90%. Overseeing workforce planning, recruitment, and induction, reducing reliance on agency staff. Supporting the delivery of trauma-informed practice, working alongside clinical teams, therapists and psychologists. Managing budgets, rotas, and operational processes in line with legislation and company policies. Leading multi-agency liaison, chairing meetings and reviews, and ensuring safeguarding is upheld to the highest standard. Building strong relationships with internal teams, stakeholders, and commissioning authorities. About You Minimum of Level 5 qualification in residential childcare. Proactive, enthusiastic, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for children. Experience of managing complex social care/LAC services and trauma-informed practice. Excellent understanding of safeguarding, Children's Homes Regulations, and relevant legislation. Confident leadership skills, robust decision-making and strong written/verbal communication. Ability to manage budgets, oversee rotas and deliver projects effectively. A proactive, solution-focused approach. A commitment to personal development. Full UK driving licence. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Logistics,
