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Cook Location: New Court Place, Borehamwood Salary: £13.75 per hour Hours Per Week: 15 Are you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury New Court Place we are recruiting for a Cook. Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship, as the salary requirements set by the Home Office are not satisfied. We are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce. We believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do. Our disability services across adult care, children s care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about going the extra mile in providing opportunities for people to thrive and live well. About the role As a Cook you will be required to cater for all people supported within the service, meeting a wide range of medical and specific dietary requirements. You will need to have a well-organised approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team or on your own. New Court Place, Hertfordshire, is a residential home with nursing care for 24 adults with physical and intellectual disabilities, plus respite care and services for 16-18 year olds. Our home is a large accessible building. Our spacious and welcoming environment provides modern facilities with daily nursing care. Benefits of working at Shaftesbury At Shaftesbury, we know that our workers are our greatest asset. We re proud to have some of the best and most committed staff in the sector and we want to attract more people like you to work with Shaftesbury. We re now offering even more great benefits to reward the work of our wonderful staff, which is listed below: Happy Birthday to you! As well as sending you a birthday card, all frontline care staff can have the opportunity to take the day off on their birthday, taken from your annual entitlement. Great CQC, great reward. If your service is rated good or equivalent by CQC in all domains, all staff will receive a £30 gift voucher. If rated outstanding, all staff will receive a £50 gift voucher. We want to reward staff in a range of ways for their hard work. You can be nominated for a recognition letter from a member of the Executive Leadership Team and you may also be nominated to receive a gift voucher up to £50 for going above and beyond within your role. Excellent training package provided for all staff. Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 25 days + 8 days bank holiday for the first 5 years. Increasing to 28 days + 8 days bank holiday after 5 years. Pension Scheme. Access to our employee assistance program. Shaftesbury is the disability charity that s committed to enabling children, young people and adults to live a life that adds up for them. What makes life liveable is never down to just one thing - it s the sum of many things. From friendship to fun; from companionship to community; from a great chat to a challenge overcome, it all adds up to Shaftesbury. Through a wide range of disability care, special education, and rehabilitation services we promote inclusion and wellbeing for all. Together, we work to see people take part, contribute and be valued. We put the elements in place that all add up to connected lives. Shaftesbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS/Access NI check. Shaftesbury is committed to the Disability Confident Scheme and to equal opportunities therefore we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Shaftesbury, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior Support Worker - Full UK Manual Driving Licence Essential Location: Worcester Area- Remote (company vehicle provided during shifts)Shift Pattern: 40 hours-consolidated shift pattern with sleep insSalary: Competitive + £500 Welcome bonus + Enhanced qualified rates Extraordinary Days Every Day We're looking for an experienced and passionate senior support worker (internally known as a residential team leader) to join our dedicated team at Branas Isaf Children's Services, part of the CareTech Group - one of the UK's leading providers of therapeutic care and education. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs. What You'll Need: Minimum 12 months' experience in a children's residential care setting QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent) - essential Experience leading or supervising teams Full UK manual driving licence - essential (rural location) Willingness to work long days, sleep-ins, weekends & unsociable hours Able to be part of the on-call management rota. What You'll Do As a senior support worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting young people to achieve their potential and thrive within a therapeutic, structured and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead by example to support and develop your team Promote positive routines, structure and behaviour Act as a key worker and mentor to young people Support care planning, reviews and reporting Foster a safe, stable and caring home environment Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and families 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. Why Join Us? £500 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply) Competitive salary + enhanced rates for qualified staff Fully funded Leadership & Management training programmes 4-week paid induction + ongoing face-to-face therapeutic training Access to free online learning across a wide range of topics Free Enhanced DBS check Company vehicle to use during working hours Free parking on-site Opportunities for career progression within a national provider Refer-a-Friend Scheme - earn up to £1,000 per successful referral Employee benefits and recognition programmes Our Values: At Branas Isaf, we believe in: Empowerment - helping young people build confidence and independence Respect - treating everyone with dignity and compassion Teamwork - working together to create a safe and supportive environment Innovation - continuously improving our care and approach. 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.

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with exceptional skills in behaviour management and de-escalation techniques? If so, Tradewind is looking for someone like you to join their team in a behavioural support role. As a successful candidate, you will have experience in Team Teach, Pru, alternative provision , or as a support worker in a residential children's home . You will also have either a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in teaching support or a related field. In this role, you will: Work with se lected pupils outside of the classroom situation , including those excluded from or not working to a normal timetable. You will develop 1:1 mentoring arrangements with pupils to help them agree on plans and targets to move forward. You will provide information and advice to enable pupils to make choices about their own learning, behaviour, and attendance. You will also provide support to pupils to enhance their emotional health and well-being (EHWB). You will also involve helping pupils to f ollow individual Education Plans where appropriate , as well as assisting in organising and running small group interventions such as circle time. You will also liaise with parents and carers as appropriate. To be considered for this role, you must be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional references checks . You must also provide a CV with a full employment and education history included, with any employment breaks explained. You must have the legal right to work in the UK. This is a full time role starting ASAP and the competitive pay rate will be between 95 to 100 per day, depending on experience. If you are interested in this role and feel that you meet the qualifications and requirements, please email your updated CV to (url removed) or call our Manchester office on (phone number removed).

POSITIVE OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE! At ASF we currently have opportunities available for Senior Residential Child Care Workers based in the Burnley region for a well established provider of children's residential services. The services are EBD/LD homes which support children and young people between the ages of 8-16. They offer specialised care for young people with complex and challenging needs on a 24 hour/7 day a week basis. You will be required to work shift patterns, which will include sleep ins and some weekends. Burnley Senior Residential Child Care Worker £14.00 - £14.50 Plus sleep in rate Shift pattern - TBC £50-£65 Per sleep in Requirements: Level 3 diploma in Children and Young people's Workforce/Residential Childcare Experience within a children's residential setting preferred Flexible with Full UK driving licence Flexible with working shifts/rota's inc evenings and weekends For a full job description and/or an informal discussion about the role please respond to this advert

Senior Residential Support Worker Contract Type : Full-time, permanent Specific Hours : Average of 39 hours per week- weekly rota pattern alternates Salary : Unqualified: Base salary of £28,260.76, with the potential to earn up to £33,660.76 with sleep-in shifts click apply for full job details

Residential Childcare Practitioner Southampton 32,780- 35,564 (incl. 5,000 Market Supplement) 37 hrs/week, Permanent Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK Are you ready to make a lasting impact in a child's life? Join our secure residential care team, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as a Residential Childcare Practitioner supporting up to ten children with complex mental health, behavioural, and attachment needs. As a Residential Childcare Practitioner , you'll work in a structured, therapeutic setting that helps vulnerable young people feel safe, supported, and empowered. You'll act as a trusted role model, build secure relationships, and support recovery from trauma with empathy and consistency. What You'll Do: Be a therapeutic parent and positive influence Collaborate with education and wellbeing teams Lead structured, enriching activities Work flexible shifts incl. weekends, early/late, and sleep-ins Receive full induction and ongoing training What We're Looking For: Passion for working with children and young people Emotional resilience, patience, and physical capability Experience in residential or secure settings (preferred) Why Join Us? Enhancements for evenings/weekends Career development and training Supportive team environment Up to 33 days leave + public holidays Take the next step in a meaningful career as a Residential Childcare Practitioner . Apply today and help shape brighter futures.

Therapeutic Residential Childcare worker Purpose of the Role The Therapeutic Residential Childcare Worker (TRCW) is responsible for providing high-quality, consistent care to children and young people living in a therapeutic residential environment. The role involves supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and trauma and attachment needs to heal, grow, and achieve positive outcomes. During school hours, TRCWs support the children in the onsite education provision, The Annex School, acting as Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to ensure a seamless link between education and care, promoting stability, engagement, and emotional safety throughout the day. This dual role is central to J&R Care's therapeutic, relational, and trauma-informed approach, ensuring that every interaction with a young person contributes to their recovery and development. Key Responsibilities Direct Care and Support: Build trusting, safe relationships with young people based on empathy, consistency, and respect. Support children with daily routines including meals and activities. Use therapeutic approaches to respond to behaviour in a calm, reflective, and restorative way. Act as a key worker, ensuring each child's care plan and placement objectives are implemented. Promote independence, emotional regulation, and resilience Therapeutic Practice: Embed trauma-informed, attachment-based care in all interactions. Work closely with the in-house psychotherapist and wider therapeutic teams. Participate in reflective practice sessions and therapeutic debriefs. Understand and apply therapeutic strategies to support emotional recovery and self-esteem. Educational Support (The Annex School): Attend school sessions during term time, acting as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA). Support teachers in delivering lessons, managing behaviour, and encouraging engagement. Help children regulate emotions in the classroom and support transitions between school and home. Provide 1:1 support when required, reinforcing learning and social development. Work collaboratively with education staff to ensure consistent approaches between home and school. Safeguarding and Professional Conduct: Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, reporting all concerns immediately. Follow J&R Care's safeguarding, behaviour management, and whistleblowing procedures. Ensure all work aligns with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. Uphold professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times. Recording, Reporting & Communication: Keep accurate and detailed records of daily care, incidents, and progress. Contribute to reports, risk assessments, and reviews as required. Communicate effectively with colleagues, managers, social workers, and families. Ensure information is shared appropriately between residential and school teams. Teamwork & Development: Participate fully in staff meetings, supervision, and training. Contribute ideas for improving the quality of care and education provided. Support new or less experienced staff as a positive role model. Reflect on practice and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning.

At ASF we currently have opportunities available for Senior Residential Child Care Workers based in the Birmingham region for a well established provider of children's residential services. The services are 3/4 bed EBD services which support children and young people between the ages of 10-16. They offer specialised care for young people with complex and challenging needs on a 24 hour/7 day a week basis. You will be required to work shift patterns, which will include sleep ins and some weekends. Birmingham Senior Residential Child Care Worker £14.00 - £15.50 Plus sleep in rate 1 on 2 off shift pattern/2 on 4 off shift pattern Sleep rate - £60 Requirements: Level 3 diploma in Children and Young people's Workforce/Residential Childcare Preferred Experience within a children's residential setting preferred Full UK driving licence Flexible with working shifts/rota's inc evenings and weekends For a full job description and/or an informal discussion about the role please respond to this advert

Do you like helping others? Our client has a mission to support young people from various backgrounds, including those with mental health concerns, care leavers, Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASCs), and individuals transitioning from residential care back into the community. They focus on fostering independence and personal responsibility, providing tailored services that empower young people with the skills, resilience, and support needed to make informed decisions that positively shape their futures. Their goal is to enable them to pursue their aspirations and lead fulfilling, autonomous lives. Our client offers a range of accommodation options designed to support young people aged 16 - 25 at different stages of their journey toward independence. The Role Our client is recruiting a dedicated Waking Night Support Worker to provide holistic, ongoing support to young people facing a range of challenges including mental health issues, homelessness, poverty, addiction, or ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences). You will build professional, trusting relationships to assess needs, arrange appropriate support, monitor progress, and empower each individual toward independent living. Duties: To remain awake and alert throughout the night to ensure the safety of those you support. To promote the rights of service users and ensure that they are treated with dignity and respect. To record and update information within a care plan about the service users you support through the night, ensuring all interactions and support provided are accurately documented to assist in the writing of monthly reports. To empower young people to achieve the outcomes they identify as desirable for independent living. Build empathetic, professional relationships with young people to develop trust and offer emotional and practical support, especially during times of crisis. To support with nightly tasks such as medication and domestic duties, including cleaning of the house. Maintain and review personalised risk assessments, care plans, ensuring the active involvement of the young person to promote a person-centred approach. Work closely with external agencies (e.g. Social Workers, healthcare professionals, police or ambulance service) and in the rare circumstance of providing support and details for missing or injured young people. Identify development and training needs to promote employability, including help with education and college applications, whilst accurately recording and documenting this with feedback to the Keyworker as required. Promote inclusion by encouraging participation in local community activities and events. Candidate Attributes and Desirable Skills: Good verbal and written English. Minimum one year experience in the children and young persons' care industry. Have an enhanced Child and Adult workforce DBS, or willing to obtain one at the company's expense. Must have right to work in the UK as our client is unable to provide sponsorship. Understanding of the importance of safeguarding and experience of implementing safeguarding procedures. Familiarity with CQC and Ofsted standards is desirable. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive and proactive approach. Ability to manage own diary and time. Understanding of the principles of GDPR and confidentiality. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive and proactive approach. You will embody our client's values - PRAISE: Passion - Bring energy, commitment, and heart to everything you do, showing genuine care for the young people they support. Respect - Treat every individual with dignity, understanding their unique story and valuing their voice and choices. Advocacy - Stand up for and alongside young people, helping them access opportunities, support, and services they're entitled to. Innovation - Be open to new ideas and creative approaches that improve the way they work and the outcomes for young people. Sense of Fun - Create moments of joy and connection, making spaces feel positive, welcoming, and uplifting. Empowerment - Support young people to build confidence, make decisions, and take control of their own lives In return you will receive: 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional days rewarded with long service. Regular supervision, support, and ongoing training opportunities. Support available for relevant health and social care qualifications. Gym membership. Health and wellbeing programme. Blue Light Discount card. Day off for your birthday (after successful completion of probation). Buy / bank holiday scheme (after successful completion of probation). Company sick pay. Interested? If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, our client would love to hear from you.

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!

Our client's mission is to support young people from various backgrounds, including those with mental health concerns, care leavers, Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASCs), and individuals transitioning from residential care back into the community. They focus on fostering independence and personal responsibility, providing tailored services that empower young people with the skills, resilience, and support needed to make informed decisions that positively shape their futures. Their goal is to enable them to pursue their aspirations and lead fulfilling, autonomous lives. They offer a range of accommodation options designed to support young people aged 16 - 25 at different stages of their journey toward independence. The Role Our client is looking for a dedicated Support Worker to provide holistic, ongoing support to young people facing a range of challenges including mental health issues, homelessness, poverty, addiction, or ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences). You will build professional, trusting relationships to assess needs, arrange appropriate support, monitor progress, and empower each individual toward independent living. Duties: To remain alert throughout the day to ensure the safety of those our client supports. To promote the rights of our client's service users and ensure that they are treated with dignity and respect. To record and update information within a support plan about the service users you support, ensuring all interactions and support provided are accurately documented to assist in the writing of monthly reports. To empower young people to achieve the outcomes our client identifies as desirable for independent living. Build empathetic, professional relationships with young people to develop trust and offer emotional and practical support, especially during times of crisis. To support with tasks such as medication and domestic duties, including cleaning of the house, as well as conducting and participating in regular health and safety checks. Maintain and review personalised risk assessments, support plans, ensuring the active involvement of the young person to promote a person-centred approach. Work closely with external agencies (e.g. Social Workers, healthcare professionals, police or ambulance service) and supporting young people to various appointments including health visits, college interviews, home office appointments or social worker meetings. Identify development and training needs to promote employability, including help with education and college applications, whilst accurately recording and documenting this with feedback to the Keyworker as required. Promote inclusion by encouraging participation in local community activities and events. Candidate Attributes and Desirable Skills: Good verbal and written English. Minimum one year experience in the children and young persons' care industry. Have an enhanced Child and Adult workforce DBS, or willing to obtain one at the company's expense. Proof of right to work in the UK. Understanding of the importance of safeguarding and experience of implementing safeguarding procedures. Familiarity with CQC and Ofsted standards is desirable. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive and proactive approach. Ability to manage own diary and time. Understanding of the principles of GDPR and confidentiality. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive and proactive approach. As the largest 24/7 supported living provider in Southampton, our client's service operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. As such, there will be a requirement to work weekends and bank holidays in accordance with an agreed rota. You will embody our client's values - PRAISE: Passion - Bring energy, commitment, and heart to everything you do, showing genuine care for the young people they support. Respect - Treat every individual with dignity, understanding their unique story and valuing their voice and choices. Advocacy - Stand up for and alongside young people, helping them access opportunities, support, and services they're entitled to. Innovation - Be open to new ideas and creative approaches that improve the way our client works and the outcomes for young people. Sense of Fun - Create moments of joy and connection, making spaces feel positive, welcoming, and uplifting. Empowerment - Support young people to build confidence, make decisions, and take control of their own lives In return you will receive: 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional days rewarded with long service. Regular supervision, support, and ongoing training opportunities. Support available for relevant health and social care qualifications. Gym membership. Health and wellbeing programme. Blue Light Discount card. Day off for your birthday (after successful completion of probation). Buy / bank holiday scheme (after successful completion of probation). Company sick pay. Interested? If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, our client would love to hear from you.

Domestic Location: Kenway Court, Southend on Sea Salary: £12.75 per hour Hours Per Week: 11 Are you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury Kenway Court we are recruiting for a Domestic Assistant. Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship, as the salary requirements set by the Home Office are not satisfied. We are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce. We believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do. Our disability services across adult care, children s care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about going the extra mile in providing opportunities for people to thrive and live well. About the role As a Domestic Assistant it will be your role to ensure that the service cleanliness and hygiene is maintained to a high standard, meeting all internal and external regulatory standards. Kenway Court is a residential, community-focused care home in Southend-on-Sea. The service supports people with intellectual and physical disabilities. People who live at Kenway Court have wide individual choice, with active support from staff. Our service offers nursing support to those with complex needs. We take a person-centred, flexible approach. We know that everyone s needs and aspirations are different that all sorts of things add up to a flourishing life. Benefits of working at Shaftesbury At Shaftesbury, we know that our workers are our greatest asset. We re proud to have some of the best and most committed staff in the sector and we want to attract more people like you to work with Shaftesbury. We re now offering even more great benefits to reward the work of our wonderful staff, which is listed below: Happy Birthday to you! As well as sending you a birthday card, all frontline care staff can have the opportunity to take the day off on their birthday, taken from your annual entitlement. Great CQC, great reward. If your service is rated good or equivalent by CQC in all domains, all staff will receive a £30 gift voucher. If rated outstanding, all staff will receive a £50 gift voucher. We want to reward staff in a range of ways for their hard work. You can be nominated for a recognition letter from a member of the Executive Leadership Team and you may also be nominated to receive a gift voucher up to £50 for going above and beyond within your role. Excellent training package provided for all staff. Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 25 days + 8 days bank holiday for the first 5 years. Increasing to 28 days + 8 days bank holiday after 5 years. Pension Scheme. Access to our employee assistance program. Shaftesbury is the disability charity that s committed to enabling children, young people and adults to live a life that adds up for them. What makes life liveable is never down to just one thing - it s the sum of many things. From friendship to fun; from companionship to community; from a great chat to a challenge overcome, it all adds up to Shaftesbury. Through a wide range of disability care, special education, and rehabilitation services we promote inclusion and wellbeing for all. Together, we work to see people take part, contribute and be valued. We put the elements in place that all add up to connected lives. Shaftesbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS/Access NI check. Shaftesbury is committed to the Disability Confident Scheme and to equal opportunities therefore we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Shaftesbury, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Head of Children's Regulated Services Contract Type: Permanent Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3NG Worker Type: Hybrid role Salary: £70,656 (Level One) to £79,167 (Level Four) per annum Are you ready to lead services that shape brighter futures for Nottingham's children? Nottingham City Council is looking for an exceptional and values led leader to take on the role of Head of Children's Regulated Services. This is an opportunity to make a powerful, lasting difference - supporting some of our most vulnerable children and young people and ensuring they have the safety, stability and care they deserve. This isn't just a management role. It's a chance to lead with purpose, inspire change, and help drive a city wide commitment to improving outcomes and strengthening the lives of children in care. About the Role As Head of Children's Regulated Services, you'll lead a diverse and high impact portfolio that includes children's homes, fostering services, corporate parenting, and semi independent provision. You'll ensure high quality, child centred practice across all regulated settings, creating environments where children feel safe, supported and able to thrive. You will act as the Responsible Individual for fostering and residential care, providing strategic leadership while also ensuring robust operational oversight. You'll drive improvement, strengthen quality assurance, and lead teams through regulatory expectations with confidence and clarity. Your leadership will play a central role in shaping Nottingham's approach to corporate parenting, amplifying the voice of children and young people, and championing their rights throughout every stage of their journey. You'll work closely with partners, elected members and senior colleagues to develop placement sufficiency, strengthen commissioning arrangements, and ensure that all regulated services remain safe, compliant and ambitious. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our ambitious transformation agenda. We are progressing the development of our residential estate, expanding and modernising our regulated services to ensure children and young people continue to benefit from high quality, nurturing and safe homes. This is an exciting period of change, and we're looking for a leader who is energised by innovation and committed to driving forward these initiatives. Key Responsibilities Provide strong, inspirational leadership across all regulated children's services Act as Responsible Individual for fostering and residential provision Ensure full compliance with Ofsted requirements and relevant statutory frameworks Lead on placement sufficiency, commissioning strategy and quality improvement Drive continuous improvement and service innovation Promote co production and embed the voice of children and young people Strengthen corporate parenting practice across the city Manage resources effectively, ensuring value for money and financial sustainability What You'll Bring A Social Work England registration as a qualified social worker A relevant management qualification Significant leadership experience in complex children's services settings A strong track record of delivering high quality regulated services Confidence leading and navigating Ofsted regulated environments Ability to lead service transformation to deliver modern, high quality homes for children Excellent partnership, communication and analytical skills A deep commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and corporate parenting The ability to inspire teams, build resilience and lead change with purpose Why Nottingham? Why Now? Nottingham is a vibrant, diverse and ambitious city committed to delivering the very best for its children and families. We're investing in our services, strengthening our leadership, and driving forward a shared vision for excellence. You'll join a passionate senior leadership team determined to make a difference - with the support, influence and autonomy to shape services that matter. Your leadership will have impact every single day: in the stability a child experiences, the confidence a young person gains, and the futures we help create together. We'd love to hear from visionary leaders who are passionate about children's futures and ready to take the next step in their career.

37.5 hours per week / permanent / working Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. At YMCA DownsLink Group, our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health. Our Values - we do what's right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other. Do you take pride in creating safe, welcoming homes that make a real difference in young people's lives? Our Maintenance team works across multiple properties to ensure our residents have safe, goodquality homes. We work closely with service staff to identify and complete repairs, carry out ad hoc cleaning and decoration, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and prepare empty homes for new residents. We operate across West Sussex, centred around our Foyers in Horsham and Crawley, which provide 24hour supported housing for young people aged 16-25. We also manage several larger shared houses (typically 4-8 residents) through our Transitional Housing teams, supporting young people on their journey to independence. In total, the team helps maintain safe homes for approximately 300 residents across the county. As a Maintenance Worker covering sites across West Sussex, you will take on a handson role combining practical maintenance tasks with caretaking responsibilities. You will help create and maintain safe, welcoming, and psychologically informed accommodation for the people we support. Key Responsibilities Provide a comprehensive maintenance, caretaking, and cleaning service to ensure safe, welcoming, and psychologically informed accommodation. Carry out daytoday maintenance across our West Sussex sites, with occasional support to other housing schemes. Complete maintenance, cleaning, repair, and redecoration works within agreed timescales, delegating tasks where appropriate. Perform or delegate general caretaking and cleaning duties, including cleaning communal areas, litterpicking, and waste removal. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't match every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We know that skills and potential come in many forms, and your background may offer valuable transferable strengths. We're looking for a someone with a positive, flexible attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to young people's wellbeing. Experience and Knowledge We are searching for someone with: Strong maintenance experience across a range of trade or repair tasks, including delivering highquality maintenance and decorating work Experience working in supported housing, residential, or communitybased settings Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and resident wellbeing Good understanding of health & safety requirements and compliance processes A proactive, organised approach to workload and prioritisation Qualifications and Training (Desirable) It would be beneficial, though not essential, if you have: City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in one or more maintenance skill areas Manual handling training Training in handling bodily fluids Boundaries training First Aid training If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at CLOSING DATE: Sunday 5 April 2026 at midnight. If we find the right candidate sooner than expected, we may close the advert early - so early applications are strongly encouraged. Please note that we are unable to offer a work permit or visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children's and Adults' Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity checks.

37.5 hours per week / permanent / working Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. At YMCA DownsLink Group, our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health. Our Values - we do what's right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other. Are you an experienced maintenance professional looking to step into a senior role? Do you take pride in creating safe, welcoming homes that make a real difference in young people's lives? Our Maintenance team works across multiple properties to ensure our residents have safe, goodquality homes. We work closely with service staff to identify and complete repairs, carry out ad hoc cleaning and decoration, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and prepare empty homes for new residents. We operate across East Sussex, centred around our Foyers in Eastbourne and Hastings, which provide 24hour supported housing for young people aged 16-25. We also manage several larger shared houses (typically 4-8 residents) through our Transitional Housing teams, supporting young people on their journey to independence. In total, the team helps maintain safe homes for approximately 180 residents across the county. We are recruiting for a Senior Maintenance Worker to supervise a small team of Maintenance Workers across East Sussex. This is a hands-on role, combining practical maintenance tasks with daytoday staff supervision. Key Responsibilities: Supervising maintenance staff, offering constructive feedback, coaching, and support Providing a comprehensive maintenance, caretaking, and cleaning service to ensure safe, welcoming, psychologically informed accommodation Carrying out daytoday maintenance across our sites in East Sussex, and occasionally supporting other housing schemes Completing maintenance, cleaning, repair, and redecoration works within agreed timescales, and delegating tasks where appropriate Performing or delegating general caretaking and cleaning duties, including cleaning communal areas, litterpicking, and waste removal If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't match every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We know that skills and potential come in many forms, and your background may offer valuable transferable strengths. We're looking for a someone with a positive, flexible attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to young people's wellbeing. Experience and Knowledge We are searching for someone with: Previous supervisory or teamleading experience, with the ability to organise and direct a small team effectively Strong maintenance experience across a range of trade or repair tasks, including delivering highquality maintenance and decorating work Experience working in supported housing, residential, or communitybased settings Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and resident wellbeing Good understanding of health & safety requirements and compliance processes A proactive, organised approach to workload and prioritisation Qualifications and Training (Desirable) It would be beneficial, though not essential, if you have: City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in one or more maintenance skill areas Manual handling training Training in handling bodily fluids Boundaries training First Aid training If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at CLOSING DATE: Sunday 5 April 2026 at midnight. If we find the right candidate sooner than expected, we may close the advert early - so early applications are strongly encouraged. Please note that we are unable to offer a work permit or visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children's and Adults' Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity checks.

Outside IR35 £22.50 P/H Free Accommodation Channel Islands Beautiful Location Supportive Management Are you looking for a change of scene but still want to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children and families? We are recruiting experienced Residential Support Workers to join Children's Homes in the Channel Islands. This is an exciting opportunity to live and work in a stunning location, with supportive management, a highly rewarding role, and excellent benefits. You will be part of a parenting team providing a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people looked after by the Council. You'll work flexibly to meet their needs - including shift work, sleep-ins, weekends, and bank holidays (paid at 2x rate). What's on Offer: Outside IR35 contract - significantly reduced tax compared to the mainland Free accommodation & paid relocation Sleep-in standby pay (0.25x hourly rate) plus full pay if called out Double pay on bank holidays Opportunity to work in a beautiful location with a supportive team Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality care and support for children and young people living in the home. Build trusting, nurturing relationships and act as a positive role model. Support children's emotional, social, and educational development. Contribute to individual care plans and maintain accurate records. Work in partnership with families, social workers, schools, and other agencies. Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and equality & diversity procedures. Requirements: Essential: Level 3 QCF in Health and Social Care or Residential GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent) Awareness of safeguarding and child development Good communication skills and basic IT knowledge Full, clean UK driving licence Desirable: Previous experience in a residential or care setting Knowledge of Care Standards or trauma-informed practice To find out more or apply, contact Nathan or send your CV to