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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.

£39,680 - £46,944 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our team leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in You'll be a part of taking care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. As a team leader you will also make sure that the staff team are supported and the home is operating at our high standards, prepared to step up to deputise for the Registered and Deputy Managers. We're looking for someone able to relate to and build relationships with our young people. Compassionate, emotionally resilient, and supportive, you'll also be able to provide the leadership that inspires your colleagues. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £35,400 - £42,664 Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you'll do up to 3 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £2,880 per year) and Attendance allowance up to £1,400 per year Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months This role requires you to have the Level 3 Children's Residential Care qualification You'll start life as a Team Leader by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

Senior Divisional Facilities Manager - Caretech Childrens Services, Education CareTech Group- Estates & Facilities About CareTech and Cambian CareTech Group provide specialist Education / residential care across the UK. We support some of the most vulnerable young people in our communities. Our Schools exist to provide safe, stable and nurturing environments where children and young people can recover, develop and thrive. For the children in our care, the quality of the physical environment is not a 'nice to have' - it is fundamental. Our estates must be compliant, safe and resilient, but also warm, homely and dignified. Put simply: we should feel comfortable placing our own children in these environments. Role purpose The Senior Divisional Facilities Manager will lead the estates function for the Children's residential division (44 Sites). The postholder is accountable for statutory compliance, health and safety (premises), property condition, service continuity and the overall quality of the estate across a multi-site portfolio. The role provides divisional leadership to Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs 3Nr. & Maintenance Operatives 46. Nr) and works in close partnership with Principals, Regional Operations Managers and senior leadership (including Managing Directors) to ensure that standards are consistently achieved and sustained. Reporting lines Responsible to Director of Facilities / Group Estates Leadership (as applicable) Group Executive Director - Childrens services Direct reports Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs) and any divisional estates support roles Key interfaces Home Managers, Regional Operations Managers, Quality/Compliance, Finance, Procurement, Contractors/Suppliers On-Call Participates in an on- call Rota (e.g., one week in every Fifteen) to support critical incidents and business continuity Extraordinary days every day Registered address: Parkview, 82 Oxford Road, Uxbridge UB8 1UX Registered no. Key accountabilities This is a leadership role. Success is measured through safe compliance, quality of environments, predictable delivery and high-performing teams. The postholder will: Lead and develop the divisional estates operating model: cadence, standards, escalation routes and performance rhythm.Create a culture of 'right first time' delivery, where safety, quality and dignity are non-negotiable.Set clear expectations for RFMs and hold accountability through coaching, field leadership and structured performance management. 1.Statutory compliance, health and safety, and risk Act as the senior premises professional for the division, ensuring all sites are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.Own the divisional compliance position across statutory requirements (e.g., fire safety actions, water hygiene/legionella controls, asbestos management, gas and electrical safety, lifting equipment where applicable) and ensure robust evidence trails.Commission, review and drive closure of audits, inspections and risk assessments; ensure actions are prioritised by risk and closed to a defined quality standard.Provide decisive incident response leadership (e.g., floods, alarm activations, heating failures), implementing immediate controls and directing permanent remediation. 2.Quality of environment and customer experience Drive consistent, high-quality standards for repair, decoration, cleanliness and presentation so homes are safe and genuinely homely.Work with Operations to understand the lived experience of children and staff, ensuring estates solutions support safeguarding, privacy and dignity.Introduce and enforce divisional standards/specifications that reduce repeat failures and raise 3.CAFM system leadership and reactive maintenance control Take divisional ownership of the CAFM system (including job logging governance, triage, prioritisation and closure quality).Ensure RFMs and teams are using the system correctly: accurate categories, appropriate priorities, strong descriptions, and evidence on completion.Implement controls to prevent aged backlogs and repeat callouts; ensure jobs are closed properly with clear resolution notes and supporting evidence where required.Use CAFM data to drive performance: reactive ageing, first-time fix rates, repeat defects, contractor performance and compliance KPIs. 4.Planned works, projects and capital programme (CapEx) Build, maintain and deliver a rolling programme of planned works and property improvement, aligned to risk reduction and service needs.Develop clear scopes and high-level specifications; obtain competitive quotations/tenders in line with procurement policy.Control project delivery end-to-end: scope, programme, cost, quality, commissioning, handover, defects and warranties.Contribute to strategic asset planning and annual CapEx budgeting, prioritising based on risk, compliance, condition and operational impact. 5.Commercial management and budget control Own divisional R&M and CapEx budget governance, forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.Maintain strong variation control and challenge scope creep; ensure value for money and whole-life cost thinking.Work closely with Finance and Procurement to ensure correct coding, approvals and a clean audit trail. Provide clear, board-ready reporting to senior leadership (including Managing Directors) on compliance, performance, key risks, projects and spend.Represent the estates function professionally with regulators, inspectors, external agencies and visitors where premises matters arise. 7.People leadership, capability and performance Line manage RFMs and relevant estates staff: objectives, supervision, coaching and development.Build a divisional capability plan (skills matrix, training plan, competency checks) covering technical triage, compliance awareness and leadership behaviours.Measure and manage staff KPIs (quality of close-outs, responsiveness, compliance closure rates, stakeholder feedback, budget discipline).Promote a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement; manage underperformance fairly and promptly. Performance measures (examples)The role will be measured on a balanced scorecard. Typical divisional KPIs include: Statutory compliance: PPM completion rate; overdue statutory items; audit action closure (by risk rating).Fire safety: FRA action closure times; fire door and compartmentation remediation progress (where applicable).R

Deputy Manager Location: Rowton, Shrewsbury Pay: £15.79 per hour Extraordinary Days Every Day At Cambian Group, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manager, based within Shrewsbury every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8-18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. Main Purpose of the Job: To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the statement of purpose. To deputise in the absence of the registered manager. To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate. To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To offer supervisions and support to senior staff in line with care quality standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015. Duties and Responsibilities: You'll be ensuring that each young person has an allocated key workerEnsuring that each member of staff is aware of each child's placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementationAttending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young peopleUndertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role modelAssist in developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receiveTo assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeContribute to the devising, implementing and evaluation of changes with the involvement of front line staff to continually improve services, systems and standards, in conjunction with the Registered Manager and the Senior Management teamTo deputise in the absence of the Registered ManagerTo support on and off the rota to ensure adequate staffing according to the needs of young peopleTo ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained 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 NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)Understanding of Ofsted framework (SCCIF)12 months experience working in a residential setting with young people with challenging behaviour including supervisory experience.Knowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislationTeam Building SkillsSupervision SkillsAbility to manage teams effectivelyExcellent organisational skillsAbility to motivate and enthuse staffA Full UK driving licence is required do to the location and nature of the role What we can offer: Rate of pay £15.79ph£30 Sleep in rateOvertime paid at an enhanced rate234 hours annual leave per yearCareer enhancing qualifications and clear progressionFull enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Group7 - day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediatelyGuaranteed opportunity to be enrolled onto an level 5 Leadership & Management qualificationFree onsite parking and meals provided during your shiftCompany events / Fundraising / social activitiesLong service annual leaveRefer a friend schemeContinued support and opportunity for development from your leadership team Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today! Safeguarding Statement Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups. Rowton SYS-22497

Cambian employees are friendly, supportive and all focused on achieving the best outcomes for everyone involved with our service we are looking for Senior Team Leaders to be a part of our New Openings to build a stable and welcoming environment where our young people are central to everything we do. As the new Senior Team Leader, you will be emotionally strong and driven to make a difference day to day. Most importantly, you will get to really understand our children and their backgrounds, making sure that their needs are at the centre of everything we do. You will be approachable and detail focused, ensuring that our children's safety is assured at all times, and that all protocols and regulations are fully adhered to. Do you have what it takes to encourage and help our children to live independently and guide and teach them with your own life experiences? To do this we believe you will need empathy, compassion, resilience and positive parenting skills. The working day can be very unpredictable and you could find yourself spending the entire morning Organising activities and the afternoon providing 1:1 support. Cambian employees are friendly, supportive and all focused on achieving the best outcomes for everyone involved with our brand. We are looking for enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and caring people to join our team across the region to continue improving the lives of the young people within our care. As a Senior Team Leader, you will be involved in all aspects of their everyday lives and the positive impact you will have is immeasurable. Training and Development Plans to meet your individual needs including NVQs and Career progression opportunities28 Days Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays and rising with serviceAdditional; Overtime/On-Call/Sleep-in/Disturbance RatesCasual Dress CodeCompany PensionSimply Health (Linked to Service)Days out and Activity days off siteWe have our very own Management Development Programme to take those interested from Support Worker to Registered Manager and beyond Shift Pattern: 16>24 Hour (including Sleep-in) on a one on two off or two on four off basis. The young people in our care range between the ages of 8-18 years of age and have a range of behavioural and emotional needs. Of-course - no day is the same here at the Cambian Group, however here is what a day in the life of one of our Senior Team Leader could look like: Leading shifts and deputising for the Registered Manager where requiredEnsuring that our incredible team of Residential Care Workers are up to date with all mandatory learning and assisting with their individual developmentCommunicating with the on-site team and raising awareness with regards to individual care plans and their implementationMaintaining accurate written records in logs, continuation sheets and files both to record information and enable regular monitoring and evaluation to take placeContributing to team and staff meetings to facilitate good communication and staff developmentProviding support and care to the young people within our servicesEncouraging our young people in their preparation to re-enter education or to engage in their current schoolingTraveling with our young people to and from School or CollegePreparing food at meal times and maintaining the home (cleaning, laundry etc.) throughout the day to ensure a wonderful environment for the young people in our careOrganising and facilitating social activities Within this service, we support young people of mixed age and gender and continually have incredible successes. The young people we support are very well adjusted to school and are achieving great marks and participating in a number of activities. You will join a strong, supportive team in helping young people with complex needs. It's challenging yet highly rewarding work where the little things you do every day will have life-changing results. Whether helping someone to achieve their personal potential or growing our reputation as provider of the best quality behavioural health services in the UK. We already have 27 Ofsted 'Outstanding Provider' Awards - Join us as a Senior Support Worker and together we can achieve many, many more. Requirements: Must hold a full UK driving licence Must have the desire to earn a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent Children & Younger Peoples workforce 12 months experience working in a Residential setting is highly desirable but we do also encourage applications from those at the start of their journey Requirements for 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. About the Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children in the UK. Although our work embraces many specialist disciplines, we all have the same purpose: To enable all people in our care to achieve their personal best. We provide services to almost 2,000 children and young people across 224 locations. We work with the majority of local authorities in England and Wales and employ more than 3,800 people. Requirements for DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. The Cambian Group are an equal opportunities employer

NO SPONSORSHIP / NO SPONSORSHIP SWAPS AVAILABLE 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 We offer a basic salary of £14.67 - £15.49 per hour £30 per sleep in shift (an additional £3,120 per annum on the basis of 2 sleep ins per week)224 hours of paid annual leave per annumWorking on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rota 4 weeks in advance2-3 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 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! 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.

Job Title: Deputy Manager Children s Residential Home Salary: Base salary £52,000 with the potential to earn up to £58,600 through bonuses Location: Southeast London Contract: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity : A growing children s residential care provider is preparing to open a new home supporting young people aged 8 18 with emotional and behavioural needs. This is an opportunity to join at an early stage of the service, working closely with the Registered Manager to help shape the culture, build the team, and establish a stable, high-quality home environment from the outset. The organisation is committed to delivering consistent, child-centred care within a structured and supportive setting, with a strong focus on positive outcomes and long-term stability for the young people in their care. The Role: The Deputy Manager will support the Registered Manager in the overall running of the home, ensuring high standards across care delivery, safeguarding, and compliance. This role involves leading the team on a day-to-day basis, supporting staff development, and ensuring the home operates in line with all regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day management of the home. Acting in the Registered Manager s absence when required. Leading, guiding, and developing the staff team to ensure consistent and effective practice. Maintaining compliance with Children s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. Promoting a strong safeguarding culture across the home. Supporting the development and review of care plans and risk assessments. Creating a structured, stable, and supportive environment for young people. Assisting with staffing, rotas, and team performance. Contributing to inspections, audits, and internal quality processes. Participating in on-call duties and responding to incidents when required. About the Candidate The ideal candidate will be confident, organised, and able to lead from the front, with a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people. Essential: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Willingness to work towards Level 5 (if not already achieved). Experience in a senior or supervisory role within a children s residential setting. Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and regulatory frameworks. Ability to support and motivate a team. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Knowledge of safeguarding and behaviour management. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: Experience working within a therapeutic or trauma-informed environment. Experience supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs. What s on Offer: Opportunity to join a new service and play a key role in its development. Ongoing training and support, including funded qualifications. Clear progression pathway towards a Registered Manager role. Supportive management structure. Additional benefits and incentives. Why This Role This opportunity is well suited to someone who enjoys a hands-on approach and is keen to be part of building a service from the ground up, rather than joining an already established setting. For your information: Interested? Please send your CV in as a Word format only Please only apply if you are already eligible to work in the UK (indefinitely & without sponsorship) Not for you but you know someone suitable? Take advantage of the YourRecruit paid referral fee Due to the large numbers of responses, we receive, despite our best efforts it is not possible to respond to every application. Therefore, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for this particular role and if you haven't heard from us within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please feel free however to apply for further roles and we will certainly keep your details on file and contact you with suitable vacancies. YourRecruit Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender or disability and complies with all relevant UK legislation. To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the JobsAware website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.

Registered Manager - Children's Residential NG13 / NG32 (Nottinghamshire) - 52,000 per annum Full-time 40 hours + on-call Ready to launch your own children's home? This is a rare opportunity for a Registered Manager (Level 5) to lead the set-up and registration of a brand-new 2-bed children's residential home . You'll be joining an established provider with 6 successful homes already operating , giving you the backing, structure, and support while still having the autonomy to build your own service from day one . The Service Brand new 2-bed home Supporting young people aged 6-17 Focus on trauma-informed, therapeutic care Opportunity to shape the home's culture, team, and outcomes What You'll Be Doing Lead the set-up and Ofsted registration of the home Take full responsibility as Registered Manager & DSL Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 & Quality Standards Build, lead, and develop a high-performing care team Drive safeguarding, quality, and positive outcomes for children Oversee care planning, behaviour management, and risk assessments Manage budgets, staffing, and overall service performance Work closely with the Responsible Individual and senior leadership team What's in Place You won't be starting from scratch alone the organisation already provides: Responsible Individual Deputy Manager HR & Recruitment support Finance infrastructure Established policies, procedures & systems What We're Looking For Qualifications Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children's Residential) (or working towards) Experience Current Registered Manager OR strong Deputy Manager ready to step up Minimum 3 years' senior experience in children's residential care Experience working with challenging behaviours / EBD Strong understanding of Ofsted, safeguarding & regulations Experience with opening new homes or registrations (highly desirable) Skills Strong leadership and team management Ability to manage complex and high-pressure situations Excellent communication and organisational skills Passion for improving outcomes for young people Why Apply? Lead your own home from day one Strong support from an established provider Full internal infrastructure already in place Career progression opportunities Opportunity to achieve Good/Outstanding Ofsted ratings Apply today or contact (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Are you a positive, caring and compassionate role model looking for an exciting, new career opportunity providing invaluable support to children and young people? We are looking for a Children's Residential Team Leader who is 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. Our Nottingham home is a 6 bed for children and young people with learning difficulties aged between 8 - 18. Experience in an LD or SEN setting is admirable. About us: We are 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. 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. About the role: 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. You'll need to be 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 full time) plus 2-3 sleep ins per week which are mandatory Meeting the needs of our Children and Young People in line with OFSTED regulations Qualifications/Experience/Requirements We are looking for people with the ability to assist the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose You'll need to have experience leading a team in Residential Care You'll be qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent To receive supervision in line with Quality Standards and to take responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needs To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and the Deputy Manager To deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager A Full UK driving licence is required do to the location and nature of the role What we can offer: £30 Sleep in rate (2-3 sleep ins per week) Overtime paid at an enhanced rate 224 hours annual leave per year Career enhancing qualifications and clear progression Full enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Group 10-day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediately 3-5 paid shadowing shifts working with an experienced Support Worker or Team Leader Guaranteed opportunity to be enrolled onto an NVQ Children and Young People's Workforce which is a national recognised qualification within the industry and profession of children's residential services. This is worth over £6k and fully funded by Cambian Group to support you in progressing your career. Free onsite parking and meals provided during your shift Company events / Fundraising / social activities Long service annual leave Refer a friend scheme Continued support and opportunity for development from your leadership team PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP 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.

Children's Residential - Complex Trauma Services 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 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 and young people through leading by example to other children's and young person's support workers. Essential Information £2800 to £3600 sleep in payments (based on 8-10 sleep ins per month) 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years 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 essential due to locations of the homes You must have at least six months experience in Children's residential care and you must hold a relevant level 3 qualification Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company 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!

Children's Residential Senior Support Worker - Complex Trauma Services 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 for a Senior Support Worker! We are looking for people who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible children and young people through leading by example to other children's and young person's support workers. 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 essential due to locations of the homes You must have at least six month's experience in Children's residential care 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. Essential Information £30 per sleep in - on a full-time basis this could be an additional £3600 per year (based on 10 sleep ins per month) 2 - 3 shifts per week (roughly 10 per month) including sleep ins NVQ Level 4 & 5 in children and young people's workforce 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rota 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! Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company Over time paid at x1.25 Fully paid 10-day induction course Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group No two days are the same in this dynamic and fulfilling role! From planning engaging activities and providing one-on-one support to accompanying young people on off-site trips, each day presents new challenges and opportunities. You'll need to be adaptable, flexible, and skilled at reading situations to help guide young people towards making positive choices. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey with us! We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a thorough background check. Join our team and help shape brighter futures!

Children's Residential - Complex Trauma Services 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 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 and young people through leading by example to other children's and young person's support workers. Essential Information 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rota 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 essential due to locations of the homes You must have at least six month's experience in Children's residential care and you must hold a relevant level 3 qualification Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company 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!

About Us The Cambian Group are one of the UK's largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe everyone has a personal best, and we are committed to helping our young people recognise and achieve their potential. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Team Leaders to join one of our children's homes.We are seeking caring, compassionate individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people. As a Team Leader, you will lead by example and support our Residential Support Workers in delivering high-quality care. Essential Information £30 per sleep in 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum Working on a rota basis, with monthly rotas provided four weeks in advance A 40-hour working week across 2-3 shifts, offering an excellent work-life balance. This is a 365-day role, including Christmas, New Year and all public holidays - which can be especially rewarding when celebrated with our children. Shifts include long days and essential sleep-ins (hours vary depending on the home) Key Responsibilities Meeting the needs of children and young people in line with Ofsted regulations Supporting rota planning and assisting the Deputy Manager and Registered Manager with meetings and appointments Assisting with the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose Carrying out all other reasonable duties as directed by the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager Providing supervision in the absence of the Registered Manager or Deputy Manager Promoting and welcoming a diverse and inclusive culture within the home Creating a safe, nurturing, family-style environment for the children 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. Requirements You must be aged 21 or over in line with Ofsted regulations. A driving licence is preferred, but not essential, depending on the location of the home. Benefits Refer-a-friend payment scheme Workplace pension scheme (after three months' employment) Clear career progression opportunities: Support Worker ? Team Leader ? Deputy Manager Overtime paid at 1.25x Fully paid 10-day induction programme Enhanced DBS check, fully funded by the Cambian Group Who We're Looking For We are looking for individuals who are flexible, reliable and adaptable, who can read situations effectively and support young people to make positive choices. You will be proactive in supporting colleagues' development and confident in leading by example.If you are calm under pressure, a good listener, able to offer guidance, and demonstrate unconditional positive regard, we would love to hear 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!

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.

Children's Residential - Complex Trauma Services 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 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 and young people through leading by example to other children's and young person's support workers. Essential Information 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rota 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 essential due to locations of the homes You must have at least six month's experience in Children's residential care and you must hold a relevant level 3 qualification Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company 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!

Are you looking for a rewarding and varied role where you can make a real difference to the lives of children and young people? If so, join our friendly and supportive Education and Inclusion Therapy Service as a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, where you'll be part of a passionate team delivering high quality speech and language therapy across areas including Winchester, Eastleigh, Havant, East Hampshire, Hart and Rushmoor. This is an exciting opportunity to work within specialist settings for children and young people, where purpose designed environments support those with learning difficulties and/or Autism and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Collaborating closely with a dynamic team of therapists across a range of care pathways, you'll deliver a high quality special school service across Hampshire for children aged 5 and 25. There are also opportunities to broaden your experience by working in other areas of the service, including early intervention, mainstream schools and working directly with children and families in their homes, making a meaningful impact at every stage of a child's journey. This role provides a fantastic opportunity to work within a well established, respected service in a high performing local authority. With a term time only contract, this role offers excellent work-life balance and is broadly equivalent to an NHS Band 7 position. It's ideal for you if you have Band 6/7 level experience in NHS, local authority or educational settings and are looking to develop your specialist practice, manage a more complex caseload, and lead on high quality EHCP provision. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert ahead of the stated closing date. What you'll do: Provide specialist speech and language therapy assessments and evidence based interventions for children and young people. Work collaboratively with education staff, families and multi agency professionals to develop and implement effective and meaningful support plans. Deliver services predominantly within specialist educational settings for children with learning difficulties, SEMH needs and/or autism. Support capacity building work within schools and educational settings, contributing to training, whole school communication strategies and policy developments. Offer clinical and managerial supervision to Speech and Language Therapists within the team. Support service development through activities such as developing care pathways and school cluster lead. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and ensure adherence to professional and organisational standards. Travel across Hampshire to deliver services in various settings. Caseloads will be allocated predominantly within your geographical area of Hampshire. What we're looking for: A qualified Speech and Language Therapist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Experience of and a strong passion for supporting children and young people across education, NHS or community settings, with a range of SEN needs, including severe learning difficulties, autism and/or SEMH needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to build positive relationships with schools, families and professionals. A flexible, proactive and reflective approach, with strong organisational and problem solving skills. Commitment to ongoing professional development, clinical excellence and reflective practice. Confidence using IT systems for clinical documentation, reporting and service management. Why join us: Be part of a warm, highly skilled, well-established and respected Therapy Service team who are passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people. Access to a comprehensive induction and on-going training opportunities. We have a strong CPD offer both using internal expertise in regular Bitesize sessions as well as external supervision where required for development. A supportive team environment with regular clinical supervision delivered by a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist suited to your caseload, and managerial supervision from a Therapist in your geographical area, alongside strong peer support to help you develop both clinically and in your career. Opportunities for career progression and involvement in service innovation. The Service comprises Speech and Language Therapists at an equivalent level to roles in the NHS of Band 5,6,7 and 8a and b allowing for progression. There are also opportunities to work alongside our Occupational Therapists. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other roles you may have experience of may include: Senior Speech and Language Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Advanced Speech and Language Practitioner, Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Community Speech and Language Practitioner, School-Based Speech and Language Therapist, Educational Speech and Language Therapist.

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!