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Residential Team Leader / Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Care Location: Corwen, DenbighshireSalary:£33,488 plus sleep ins (£67.50 per sleep in )Bonus: £500 Welcome bonus + £1,000 Refer-a-friend schemeShift Pattern: 40 hours-consolidated shift pattern with sleep insContract: Full TimeDriver Required: Full UK manual driving licence (essential) Extraordinary Days Every Day Are you an experienced senior support worker or residential team leader looking to take the next step in children's residential care? Join Branas Isaf Children's Services, part of the CareTech family, and help transform the lives of children and young people with emotional, behavioural and complex needs. With over 30 years' experience, Branas Isaf delivers an outstanding integrated model of therapeutic care, education and support across the UK. The Role - Residential Team Leader / Senior Support Worker As a residential team leader, you will play a key role in leading, mentoring and supporting a team of residential support workers while ensuring the highest standards of care for children and young people. You will: Support young people to build positive relationships and achieve their full potential Lead shifts and act as a positive role model within the home Promote a person-centred, therapeutic approach Work collaboratively with education, therapy and management teams Participate in the Management On-Call rota Essential Requirements Minimum 12 months' experience in a Children's residential care setting QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People (or equivalent) Experience leading or supporting a staff team Full UK manual driving licence (company car provided during work hours) Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends Willingness to join the management On-Call system 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. Our Values We're looking for someone who is: Friendly, passionate and caring Positive, approachable and professional Empowering and child-focused Innovative and solutions-driven Committed to safeguarding and best practice. Benefits & Rewards Competitive salary with enhanced qualified rates £500 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply) £1,000 Refer-a-Friend Scheme 4-week fully paid induction programme Fully funded Leadership & Management training Face-to-face therapeutic and specialist training Free access to online learning courses Free Enhanced DBS check Free on-site parking Employee benefits programme. Safeguarding Commitment Branas Isaf is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, including a check against the Children's Barred List. If you're ready to start a rewarding career where every day makes a difference, apply today.

Childrens Support Worker Pay rate: From £14.57 an hour, weekly pay Reference: CSW/Liverpool/3 Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people s lives ? We d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Childrens Support Worker in Liverpool! We re committed to helping every person we support feel safe and happy, enabling them to live the best life possible. Offering intensive levels of support and care to help the young people we care for develop social and life skills in a carefully considered environment. As a Childrens Support Worker , we can offer you: Flexible shifts that fit around you Pay rates £14.57, weekly pay 24/7 support from our branch team Comprehensive free training Your DBS Fee Covered Opportunity for Further Development Weekly Pay As a Childrens Support Worker you must: Be over the age of 18 to apply Have the right to work in the UK. Be a UK resident, we are unable to offer sp0ns0rship Have at least 12 months UK based professional experience working with children and young people in a residential setting Have excellent communication skills and a basic knowledge of the sector Be able to build a strong rapport with service users who have varying needs and abilities Established in 1987, Jane Lewis is a leading healthcare recruiter within the UK that puts people first. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to vulnerable individuals. If you are a motivated and caring individual, apply to be a Childrens Support Worker in Liverpool with Jane Lewis today! Terms apply INDPRI

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the leadership skills to inspire a dedicated team to provide outstanding care and support? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Residential Team Leader to join our Children's Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead by example, ensuring that vulnerable children receive the care, guidance, and stability they need to thrive. About the Role:As a Residential Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the residential home, supporting a team of care staff to deliver high-quality care to children and young people. You will play a pivotal role in promoting a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where every child feels valued and empowered. Key Responsibilities: Lead, motivate, and manage a team of Residential Support Workers. Ensure the home operates in compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures. Promote a child-centred approach, focusing on the welfare, development, and safety of each child. Support children in achieving their personal goals and help them develop essential life skills. Oversee the planning and delivery of individual care plans. Manage staff rotas, ensuring adequate staffing levels at all times. Conduct regular supervisions, appraisals, and training sessions for the team. Handle safeguarding concerns and ensure all incidents are appropriately recorded and reported. Build positive relationships with external agencies, families, and the local community. About You: We are looking for a resilient, empathetic, and proactive individual who has experience working in residential childcare and is ready to take the next step in their career. The ideal candidate will possess: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role within children's residential services. A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively. A full UK driving licence. 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? Competitive salary and benefits package. Comprehensive training and development opportunities. Career progression within a supportive and inclusive organisation.

Closing Date: Monday 20th April 2026 Our students we educate and care for, come to us with a huge variety of needs and abilities. Our challenge is to help them build the hope, confidence, knowledge and skills to unlock their potential. The College has a proud and successful tradition of supporting students between the ages of 16 - 25 to gain valuable life skills, qualifications and confidence to support their onward journey towards independence. The College caters for young people and adults that have autism with additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours across day, 38 and 52 week placements. Successful candidates will be part of a large supportive team who work holistically across Care, Education and Therapeutic services supporting each other's practice. This is a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with trained, qualified professionals from across our multidisciplinary team and to join an expanding, successful educational organisation. As a key part of the dedicated team we allocate to every young person, you'll have a vital role in helping young people learn and develop skills for life. In return, our new and improved training programmes will help you develop your career and professional skills and you will also learn from some of the most dedicated and inspirational people in our profession and just like our young people, you will be learning all the time through our on-going tailored mentoring and coaching. You will work in a beautiful environment, supporting young people with community enrichment activities. We are looking for Senior Youth Support Workers that are: A positive and consistent role model to others, passionate in mentoring and coaching new colleagues and leading by example. Wanting to progress in their care career. Organised and able to manage own time effectively. Passionate about quality and solution focused. A calm and listening person with a mature, supportive approach. Flexible in working shift patterns on a rota basis to suit your needs. An excellent communicator and team player. Seeking career development and training. Fully supported 6 month probationary period- You will receive a mentor and line manager to help you get the best start to your career at Lufton College. Benefits: Free parking. Free meals. Lufton College Awards. Apprenticeships. The Cambian Group The Cambian Group is one of the largest providers of Specialist Education and Care services for children and young people in the UK, delivering across Special Education Schools and Colleges, Residential Care Homes and a Therapeutic Fostering Service. If you want to learn from and work with a highly specialist, incredibly proud and integrated team that unlocks the potential of young people, then please talk to us. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian 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 be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

Job Title: Therapeutic Practitioner - Children's Residential Care Are you a passionate and dedicated professional looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? Do you have experience in delivering trauma-informed therapeutic care? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Therapeutic Practitioner to join our dedicated team in a children's residential setting. About Us We are a leading provider of high-quality residential care services for children and young people who have experienced significant trauma, abuse, or neglect. Our mission is to provide a nurturing, safe, and structured environment where young people can heal, grow, and develop positive life skills. We work within a therapeutic framework to support children with complex emotional, social, and behavioural needs. Our approach integrates evidence-based psychological and therapeutic interventions to promote resilience, emotional well-being, and personal development. The Role As a Therapeutic Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering therapeutic interventions and providing direct care and support to children living within our residential homes. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring that young people receive the highest standard of therapeutic care tailored to their individual needs. Key Responsibilities: Provide trauma-informed therapeutic interventions to children and young people in a residential setting.Work closely with residential care teams to embed therapeutic principles into daily care routines.Develop, implement, and review personalised care and support plans in collaboration with the child, keyworkers, and external professionals.Conduct regular therapeutic assessments to monitor progress and adjust interventions accordingly.Deliver individual and group-based therapeutic sessions to support emotional regulation, attachment, and resilience.Support staff in understanding and applying therapeutic techniques to improve outcomes for children.Advocate for the needs of young people, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in care planning.Promote a positive, nurturing, and stable environment that supports the psychological well-being of children.Participate in training, supervision, and continuous professional development.Maintain accurate records and reports in line with safeguarding, regulatory, and organisational requirements. About You To be successful in this role, you will need to be empathetic, resilient, and passionate about making a difference in children's lives. You will have a strong understanding of trauma, attachment, and child development and be skilled in implementing therapeutic interventions in a residential care setting. Essential Criteria: A degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Child & Adolescent Mental Health, or a related field.Experience working with children and young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect.Knowledge of therapeutic models such as Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, or other trauma-informed approaches.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with children and colleagues.Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and liaise with external professionals.Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.A flexible and proactive approach to working in a residential care environment. Desirable Criteria: A recognised therapeutic qualification (e.g., Counselling, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, CBT Practitioner).Experience in residential childcare or fostering settings.Training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) or similar de-escalation techniques.Understanding of relevant legislation and frameworks, such as the Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and Ofsted regulations. What We Offer We believe in investing in our staff and providing opportunities for continuous learning and development. As part of our team, you will benefit from: Competitive salary with enhancements for relevant qualifications and experience.Comprehensive training and professional development, including access to therapeutic training courses.Clinical supervision and regular reflective practice to support your well-being and effectiveness in the role.Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.A supportive, collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued.Employee benefits, including pension schemes, well-being initiatives, and annual leave entitlement. Join Us in Making a Difference If you are passionate about therapeutic care and want to be part of a team that transforms the lives of vulnerable children and young people, we would love to hear from you. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Do you want to work in a children s home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person s life? Apply today to join our client s team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day. They are seeking Senior Residential Childcare Support Workers to provide care to the young people they support, while also guiding and supporting the wider team. The children and young people who live with our client have often faced difficult and sometimes traumatic experiences. At times, this can be expressed through big emotions, heightened behaviours or distress that may feel overwhelming. These moments require patience, resilience, and a calm confident presence, not only for the young people but also for the staff you will be supporting. As a Senior, you will play a key role in modelling therapeutic practice, ensuring consistency, and helping never colleagues feel confident in responding to these situations. You will work directly with young people, building genuine relationships and using therapeutic approaches such as Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and PACE to help them feel safe, valued, and supported to grow. At our client, you re more than just a staff member, you ll be a role model, a trusted adult, and a vital part of a young person s journey towards independence, wellbeing, and their full potential. Location: Swadlincote Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary: £33,500 £36,500 Shift Pattern: The role operates on a 1-on, 2-off shift pattern. Two contracted sleep-ins per month are included within the standard salary. Any additional sleep-ins worked will be paid at a rate of £60 per sleep-in. What They Offer: Competitive Salary. 40-hour Full-Time Contract. 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays). Full induction programme, including therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care. Funded qualifications including Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare with progression opportunities to higher levels. Monthly recognition awards, celebrating exceptional commitment, care and therapeutic practice. Employee Assistance Programme offering support for physical, emotional and mental health. High quality training, regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for professional growth. A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is respected, individuality is valued, and every staff member feels part of a team. What They re Looking For: A minimum of 2 years experience in residential childcare, including shift leadership. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is required. DDP therapeutically trained or willing to complete the training within the probation period. Strong safeguarding knowledge and ability to respond effectively to concerns. Requirements: Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement). Must have the right to work in the UK. Full manual UK driving license. Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting. A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates. What You ll Be Doing: Lead shifts, ensuring the smooth running of the home and adherence to all care plans, risk assessments, and routines. Ensure the home environment remains safe, structured, and nurturing. Coach, mentor, and role-model therapeutic practice for Residential Support Workers. Embed therapeutic approached, including DDP and trauma-informed care into everyday practice. Complete and review placement plans, 24-hour support plans, and other key records. Support incident debriefs and reflective practice discussions to strengthen team learning. Maintain positive working relationships with external professionals, families, and the wider community. About Our Client Our client is a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, they are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children s residential care. This exciting new chapter reflects their commitment to supporting young people with high acuity needs, including emotional and behavioural challenges, developmental trauma, and attachment difficulties. Their new children s homes are designed to offer intensive, trauma-informed therapeutic care, led by skilled teams and supported by clinical professionals. What makes our client unique is their seamless pathway from childhood through to adulthood. Their model offers young people the opportunity to receive focused therapeutic support in a stable home environment, an when ready to transition into their existing, well-established supported living and adult services. This approach promotes continuity, emotional security, and sustained progress through each stage of a young person s journey. With a strong infrastructure and years of experience delivering regulated services, they are well-equipped to provide safe, consistent, and high-impact care that helps young people heal, grown and achieve long-term positive outcomes. Safeguarding Statement Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people they support. They expect all staff to share this commitment and to always act in the best interest of the individuals they support. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment guidelines.

Residential Support Worker Location: Crediton Salary: £13.19 - £13.81 + £3,600 sleep-in bonus (annual average) Extraordinary Days Every Day At Cambian Group, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Care Worker, based within South West 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. What You'll Do As a you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeepingBuild strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care. Who You Are Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we'll provide the training. Why Join Us? Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech FoundationA Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well-designed spaceExpert Training: Two weeks of fully funded inductionCareer Growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotionSupportive Team: Work with people who care as much as you do 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! 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. 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.

Position: Support Worker - Children's Residential Care Location: Torquay, TQ1Hourly Rate: £13.19 - £13.81 (based on experience/qualifications)Overtime Rate: 1.25x Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Are you driven to create positive outcomes for others? Are you flexible, compassionate, and child-focused? Are you ready to take the next step in a rewarding and meaningful career? If this sounds like you - we'd love to hear from you today! Why Join Cambian Group? Working with us isn't just a job - it's a purpose. At Cambian, we believe that every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can grow, thrive, and achieve their personal best. As a Support Worker in one of our specialist children's residential homes, you'll be doing more than just providing care - you'll be helping to shape futures. You'll join a warm, experienced team in a fully equipped, welcoming home where children are supported to flourish. Our goal is simple: to empower each young person to feel safe, heard, and valued - while helping them gain the life skills and confidence they need to build a brighter future. What You'll Be Doing: As a Support Worker, you'll act as a positive role model and trusted adult in a child's life. You'll provide emotional support and practical guidance, while also creating a safe and supportive environment. Your daily activities might include: Helping the children get ready for school or appointments Cooking healthy meals like tea or breakfast together Supporting with homework or evening routines Organising fun activities such as baking, crafts, movie nights, or walks Attending key events like parents' evenings or special days out Creating consistent boundaries and offering reassurance Celebrating their achievements, big and small Supporting them to build independence - from budgeting to personal care Most importantly, being there as a calm, dependable, and caring adult when they need it most You'll work closely with colleagues, social workers, teachers, and therapists - forming part of a multidisciplinary team all working in the child's best interests. What We Offer: Comprehensive induction and training from day one Ongoing professional development through our Learning & Development Team A beautiful, well-equipped home environment tailored to children's needs A team who values your voice and input A chance to make a genuine difference every single day What We're Looking For: You don't need all the qualifications - we care about who you are as a person. We're looking for people who are: Friendly, empathetic, and patient Enthusiastic and full of positive energy Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure Natural role models with a child-first approach Willing to learn and grow in the role Experience in mental health, social care, or with children and young people is highly desirable, but not essential - full training is provided. 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. Important Information - Please Read: This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check. You must be able to provide two professional references covering the last two years. You'll need to supply details of all roles involving children or vulnerable adults, and provide full employment history back to full-time education. If you're ready to begin a rewarding, child-focused career where you'll play a key role in shaping a young person's future - apply now and start your journey with Cambian. Cambian are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all children within our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo and enhanced DBS check and must be able to provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education.

Do you want to work in a children s home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person s life? Apply today to join our client s team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day. Our client is seeking Residential Childcare Support Workers to provide care to the young people they support, even when things feel tough. The children and young people who live with our client have often faced difficult and sometimes traumatic experiences. At times, this can be expressed through big emotions, heightened behaviours or distress that may feel overwhelming. These moments require patience, resilience, and a calm confident presence, but alongside these challenges are the breakthroughs the small steps forward, the moments of trust, the laughter and achievements that remind you why this work matters. You will play an essential role in helping young people feel safe, valued, and supported to grow. This means building genuine relationships, being consistent and reliable, and using therapeutic approaches such as Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and PACE to help young people make sense of their world. Location: Swadlincote Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week), and Bank/Part-Time opportunities available Salary: £30,500 £32,500 Shift Pattern: The role operates on a 1-on, 2-off shift pattern. Two contracted sleep-ins per month are included within the standard salary. Any additional sleep-ins worked will be paid at a rate of £60 per sleep-in What Our Client Offers: Competitive Salary. 40-hour Full-Time Contract. 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays). Full induction programme, including therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care. Funded qualifications including Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare with progression opportunities to higher levels. Monthly recognition awards, celebrating exceptional commitment, care and therapeutic practice. Employee Assistance Programme offering support for physical, emotional and mental health. High quality training, regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for professional growth. A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is respected, individuality is valued, and every staff member feels part of a team. What They re Looking For: Previous experience in residential childcare, youth work, or other care roles is desirable. Willingness to undertake all training required for the role, including the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and therapeutic training in DDP. A caring and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships. Requirements: Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement). Must have the right to work in the UK. Full manual UK driving license. Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting. A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates. What You ll Be Doing: Provide high-quality, consistent care for the young person in line with their placement and care plans. Build safe, trusting relationships through DDP-informed practice. Support the young person s education, health and emotional wellbeing. Promote independence and life skills through daily routines, activities, and role-modelling. Safeguard the welfare of the young person at all times, following our client s policies and procedures. Accompany the young person to activities, appointments, and meetings. Complete daily records, key work sessions, and incident reports accurately and promptly. Work collaboratively as part of the staff team, contributing to handovers, reflective practice, and team meetings. Support domestic tasks to maintain a safe, homely environment (e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping). About Our Client Our client is a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, they are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children s residential care. This exciting new chapter reflects their commitment to supporting young people with high acuity needs, including emotional and behavioural challenges, developmental trauma, and attachment difficulties. Their new children s homes are designed to offer intensive, trauma-informed therapeutic care, led by skilled teams and supported by clinical professionals. What makes our client unique is their seamless pathway from childhood through to adulthood. Their model offers young people the opportunity to receive focused therapeutic support in a stable home environment, an when ready to transition into their existing, well-established supported living and adult services. This approach promotes continuity, emotional security, and sustained progress through each stage of a young person s journey. With a strong infrastructure and years of experience delivering regulated services, they are well-equipped to provide safe, consistent, and high-impact care that helps young people heal, grown and achieve long-term positive outcomes. Safeguarding Statement Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people they support. They expect all staff to share this commitment and to always act in the best interest of the individuals they support. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment guidelines.

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Spark of Genius as a Registered Manager and make a lasting impact. About Us Spark of Genius are a leading provider of education and residential care throughout the UK offering individualised pathways to empower and enable children and young people in joint venture with the local council. As part of the CareTech family, we work collectively to ensure every child receives the opportunities and care they deserve, we do this this with our belief that Every Second Counts! What We Offer £48,650 per annum Plus an achievable £5,000 OTE Bonus and £5,000 welcome bonus paid on registration Comprehensive Induction: To set you up for success Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Additional Benefits: Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: Employee Assistance Service Wellbeing Programme Recommend a Friend scheme Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager of this Children's home you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their childcare plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with National Minimum Standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to child care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Essential Requirements and Experience SVQ 4/SQF Level 9 Children and Young People and HNC/Academic equivalent qualification that meets SSSC requirements. Working towards remaining SSSC conditions eg (Management (PDA), Professional Care qualification (BA Hons Social Care, PDA) with no more than 6 months left to complete. A minimum of 2 years' experience at Assistant Manager level or a minimum of 4 yrs experience including a supervisory role/professional role and related experience. High standard of reporting and recording. Evidence of undertaking a supervisory role in relation to staff within a residential environment. Leadership and motivational skills. Wide knowledge of the needs of children and young people and an understanding of a myriad of intervention strategies. That leads to outcomes to support their individual care plan. Working Knowledge of legislation in relation to child care including National Care Standards, Children (Scotland) Act 1995, GIRFEC. Understanding the principles of safe guarding and child protection. To apply systems and processes within residential homes that are compliant with the national care standards and in line with the Promise. Driving License: Full UK required. ?Why Choose Spark of Genius? At the core of Spark of Genius/CareTech, is our commitment to supporting our amazing Service Users and their families - each with their own needs, aspirations and infinite potential to experience the Extraordinary Every Day! All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do.As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Newmarket and make a lasting impact to young people as part of our Specialist Mental Health Services. We are looking for a Children's Registered Home Manager to assist the Head of Service in achieving the aims and objectives within the Statement of Purpose of the Children's homes and the wider needs of the whole site at Merida. You will manage a 2 bedded home that caters for children aged 12 - 18 years, all of whom require additional support due to mental illness or concerns about them being able to stay safe due to considerable risk of self-injurious behaviours. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, including our on-site clinical team and teachers and will work with the children to support their transitions on from Merida following successful achievement of the goals set out in the care plans. Ideally the right person will have had some experience of working with children suffering with poor mental health, have an understanding of the Mental Health Act or are in fact practicing within this arena at present. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Entry salary up to £65,000 per annum DOE. • £5,000 welcome bonus paid on successful registration. • Up to £10,000 annual quality and commercial bonus. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is a 2 bed Children's Home where you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans : Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team : Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation : Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers : Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns : Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders : Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings : Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture : Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Effective Commercial Managemen t of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Children's care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. 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Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Children's Registered Manager for a solo home in Torquay, and make a lasting impact to young people as part of our specialist EBD services. This home has an experienced and qualified staff team , and you will be backed by experts in our Clinical & Operations team you can deliver the best care to a child that needs a loving and supportive home. This role can be shaped to how you want it to be and your working hours can flex around your own needs. For an informal chat with the team click apply and add your basic info & we will get in touch. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Competitive salary DOE. • Annual quality and commercial bonus from £5,000. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • We are happy to discuss flexible working! • Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Cycle to work o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is a solo Children's Home where you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home to ensure your success. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Effective Commercial Management of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Childrens care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. Cambian Group Careers - YouTube CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!

Mental Health Practitioner Salary: £38, 907, depending on experience Permanent: Full Time/ 40 Hours Location: To work across the North West Region (Manchester, Lancashire, Warrington areas) Cambian Group, the UK's largest provider of specialist services in children's residential care, education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities, is looking for a dedicated individual to join the company as a Mental Health Practitioner. The post will require someone with previous experience of working in residentials and CAMHS settings, specifically within Looked After Children's services and being familiar with consultation model as service delivery. Job Role We are seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to embed a trauma-informed approach, working across our complex care community residential services, with young people displaying social, emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties. If you've got excellent assessment skills and strong therapeutic consultation experiences gained in a Residential setting or working with Looked After Children, we can offer you a rewarding role with a difference. Our teams are fully committed to Cambian's vision. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our young people and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. This is no ordinary role. The pace is fast. There's lots of variety. You shall be spending most of your time out in the field and you'll need to be able to provide a therapeutic service to young people placed within community residential settings. You will be providing specialist assessments of children and young people s needs, including formulating and implementing plans of therapeutic intervention/management of our children and young people's presentations to embed a trauma-informed approaches and psychological understanding the difficulties within the current evidence-based practice. This role will ensure our young people receive timely support to in both the school and home setting to help support them with the trauma they have experienced and to enable them to make safe, confident and independent decisions in the future. Offering lots of autonomy, your role will involve assessing and identifying the needs to our young people and staff by meeting them through consultation/training and reflective practice. Further duties are described in the attached Job Description. Candidate Profile Registered with the relevant professional organisation (HCPC, NMC, BACP)A higher-level qualification in a relevant subject such as counselling, therapeutic support, psychotherapy, Social Worker or Nursing. Experience of working with vulnerable young people in a therapeutic or counselling setting.Be a strong team player, with excellent communication skillsHave excellent organisational and time management skillsAbility to plan and implement therapeutic and trauma-informed approaches.Experience of using a consultation model/approaches.Understand the importance of reflective practice.An understanding of social, emotional and mental health difficulties.An understanding of the complex and multiple needs of vulnerable young people in both the school and home environment.The ability to work under pressure and remain calm in stressful and difficult situations.Ability to assess and mitigate risk of young people.Ability to work autonomously and make decisions and to work as part of a team.Ability to establish and maintain clear boundaries in respect of personal and professional responsibility.Demonstrate a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and able to maintain records throughout all services.Passionate about working with vulnerable at-risk young people.Non-judgemental empathetic attitude.A willingness to undertake all training relevant to the role.Full clean driving licence. This post may involve travelling throughout the county. Beneficial Previous experience in working with Looked After Children (LAC) is advantageousCompletion of trauma informed practitioner diplomaCAMHS experienceAn interest in the ongoing development of The Cambian Group. In return we offer: Full support from a multidisciplinary teamRegular clinical supervisionMeetings and peer supportDevelopmental opportunitiesResearch opportunities & supportInternal/external training on new initiatives Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. You will also learn from some of the most dedicated and inspirational people in our profession. Note: Successful candidates will need to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.

Make a lasting impact - one quiet night at a time. Are you a calm, compassionate, and resilient individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? We are seeking a Waking Nights Support Worker to join our dedicated team at our Children's Residential Home. This role is crucial in providing safety, stability, and emotional reassurance through the night. As part of a therapeutic and trauma-informed environment, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the children in our care feel safe, secure, and supported - even while the rest of the world sleeps. About Us Our residential home provides a nurturing and structured environment for children and young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, or significant challenges in their early lives. We work closely with social workers, therapists, and educational professionals to offer a holistic and child-centred care approach. About the Role As a Waking Nights Support Worker, you will: Provide emotional reassurance and a calm, consistent presence throughout the night.Monitor the wellbeing of the children and respond to any distress, incidents, or needs during the night.Complete thorough and accurate documentation, including logs, safeguarding reports, and handovers to the day team.Support bedtime and morning routines, including waking the children, preparing breakfast, and assisting with personal care if needed.Conduct regular checks around the home to ensure it remains a safe, secure, and peaceful environment.Help maintain a therapeutic and stable atmosphere in line with the home's care plans and behavioural strategies. This role is waking, not sleeping. You'll be awake and alert throughout the shift to ensure full supervision and support is provided. About You We're looking for someone who: Has a natural empathy for children and young people.Can remain calm and responsive in emotionally charged or challenging situations.Is reliable, resilient, and understands the importance of professional boundaries.Can work independently through the night while remaining part of a supportive team.Has excellent written communication skills for clear and effective reporting.Is flexible and committed to the needs of the home and its residents. Desirable: Experience in a similar role or within a residential childcare setting.NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willing to work towards it).Knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour management techniques. What We Offer Competitive salaryFully funded qualifications and continuous professional development.24/7 employee wellbeing support.A supportive, inclusive team culture.Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.Paid holiday, pension scheme, and other employee benefits. Join us and become a trusted guardian in the quiet hours - helping children sleep safely, dream freely, and wake up stronger.

We are looking for an experienced, positive and enthusiastic Night House Manager that will be able to support their allocated staff teams through a period of positive change. Ensuring a person centred approach and high levels of engagement are delivered within the homes through staff passion and commitment to providing outstanding quality of care. Successful candidates will receive excellent professional development, and the opportunity for ongoing career progression. The Night Manager role is about leading a team to maintain a stable, happy and caring environment that puts the health, safety and welfare of our young people first. To provide appropriate physical and emotional support to young people in residence through the work of a team of care staff within a residential environment. The emphasis is upon effective management of a team, which involves motivating, coaching, managing performance via supervision/appraisal and auditing the quality of care. This role is critical in ensuring that national minimum care standards are exceeded. It may also involve work with students during some waking hours to support social activities. Main Duties and Responsibilities To ensure that at all staff for whom you are responsible for are putting policy into practice and are either performing to expected standards or, that you are/have been actively addressing the issues effectively. To ensure that all staff within the team receive supervision and appraisal to the required standard, at the correct time and which is properly recorded. To ensure that communication between senior management, other sources and your team, in all directions, is as effective as possible. It is expected that you will always communicate, in a professional manner, using the required level of confidentiality. To have primary responsibility for the effective rostering and deployment of staff, ensuring that staff shortfalls are identified and covered across the house/unit or school within budget, to monitor and staff absence within the team. To manage delegated resources efficiently and co-ordinate staff contributions to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of the establishment through the Development/Improvement Plan. To be involved in the recruitment and selection of care staff as required. What do we need from you? The successful candidates will be part of a larger support team line managed by Deputy Heads of Care and the Head of Care. Together, all staff work to promote a person centred and forward-thinking waking day curriculum where formal education is reinforced and supported across all areas of the students lives. Line management experience within a care setting is essential as well as a positive and pro-active approach. Level 3 diploma or equivalent in health and social care (or working towards) is required for this role, with the experience and ability to motivate and manage a small team of night support workers, experience of rota management, supervising, supporting and leading a staff team is essential. Cambian Lufton College provides a full initial induction, ongoing training program will also support you with a bespoke professional development plan as well as additional training opportunities to support your personal development. We are looking for a passionate and committed individual that wants to help create and be part of an outstanding team known for creating and delivering successful and meaningful opportunities that enable young people to thrive. The successful candidate will also be paid a £20 waking night allowance (per waking night worked) Cambian Lufton College Lufton College is a 52-week residential specialist college providing quality care and education for young people between the ages of 16 and 25 with a diagnosis of autism, of whose difficulties place them on the autistic continuum. Our students often have complex needs, associated learning difficulties and behaviours of concern. Lufton College is within a rural setting on the outskirts of Yeovil spread across 3 sites with over 40 acres, with forest area, small farm areas and ample outdoor spaces. The college is continuing on their journey of improving our provision and the past academic year has been focused on improving the quality of education, our environment and developing the collaboration between care, education and our clinical team input and support. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references checks. If you want to learn from and work with a highly specialist, incredible proud and integrated team that unlocks the potential of young people, then please talk to us. Cambian 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 be not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A NEW CHALLENGE? DO YOU HOLD A FULL UK MANUAL DRIVER LICENCE? AND HAVE A QCF - LEVEL 3 IN CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE OR EQUIVALENT? AND A MINIMUM 12 MONTHS CHILDREN SERVICES EXPERIENCE? If you have answered yes to the above we would like to hear from you. Greenfield believe care should be in partnership with young people and we focus on creating a consistent, predictable and nurturing environment- an environment where young people feel valued, respected and listened to. We are looking for a team leader with previous experience of being a support worker within a children's residential setting, hold either an NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People (or equivalent), along with a positive attitude, friendly persona and a caring nature. Essential 12 months team leader experience QCF Level 3 Children & Young People qualification or equivalent Driver (company provide a car / mini bus during working hours) Able to work unsociable hours (evenings, nights and weekends) Shift Pattern 2 On 4 Off (x2 full days including sleeps). Company Values Friendly, passionate and caring nature Positive, pleasant and approachable Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives Person centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas Energetic and fast paced environment Benefits Up to 28 days holiday Additional holiday purchase scheme Competitive salary Dedicated learning and development programmes Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topic Free DBS check and update service subscription Free meals on shift (residential homes only) Refer a friend scheme' reward system - earn £1,000 per referral Pension scheme Annual employee awards evening Employee recognition schemes Company vehicle to use when in work CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend's grants. Terms & Conditions apply We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and Regulated Activity, which will include a check against the barred children's list.

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Newmarket and make a lasting impact to young people. We are looking for a Children's Registered Home Manager to assist the Head of Service in achieving the aims and objectives within the Statement of Purpose of the Children's homes and the wider needs of the whole site at Merida. You will manage a 3 bedded home that caters for children aged 12 - 18 years, all of whom require additional support due to mental illness or concerns about them being able to stay safe due to considerable risk of self-injurious behaviours. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, including our on-site clinical team and teachers and will work with the children to support their transitions on from Merida following successful achievement of the goals set out in the care plans. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Entry salary up to £65,000 per annum DOE. • £5,000 welcome bonus paid on successful registration. • Up to £10,000 annual quality and commercial bonus. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is a 3 bed Children's Home where you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans : Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team : Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation : Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers : Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns : Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders : Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings : Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture : Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Effective Commercial Managemen t of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Childrens care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. Cambian Group Careers - YouTube CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must

Deputy Manager At Cambian, we aim to become the provider of the best quality behavioural health services in the UK. We change people's lives through our passionate care and expert approach, raising their expectations, stabilising their conditions and enabling them to achieve their personal best. 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 supervision and support to senior staff in line with National Minimum Standards Duties & Responsibilities To meet the needs of children through: Ensuring that each young person has an allocated key worker Ensuring that each member of staff is aware of each child's placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementation Attending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young people Undertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role model Assist in developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receive Maintaining accurate written records in logs, continuation sheets and files both to record information and enable regular monitoring and evaluation to take place Working in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of young people Chairing children's meetings and facilitating consultation with young people generally Acting as an appropriate adult at PACE interviews 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. To manage a staff team through: Providing managerial control and direction in relation to staff duties and responsibilities Assist with the recruitment and retention of staff including induction training for new staff into the home Supervision of new starters during their probationary period Develop a management style which balances the need to exercise control and give direction with the need to offer staff the opportunity to decision making Taking responsibility for planning shifts and ensuring their smooth running when on duty Providing consultation and informal advice and support to staff in relation to day to day matters Offering 1:1 supervision to staff in line with National Minimum Standards Identifying and progressing individual training and development needs of staff in the context of their personnel development plans Undertaking annual appraisal of staff Addressing issues in relation to conduct and competence of staff Conduct management investigations when required Assist the Registered Manager in promoting personal and professional development through the appropriate delegation of duties and responsibilities. Contributing to team and staff meetings to facilitate good communication and staff development Ensuring staff work within the Homes policies, procedures and National Minimum Standards requirements To develop systems which ensure the effective allocation of resources through: Ensuring adequate staffing levels that meet the needs of the Home Ensuring that budgets are managed effectively and the use of finances is properly monitored including petty cash returns, weekly attendance records Ensuring that company vehicles are clean and regularly maintained Monitoring closely the fabric of the building (including fixtures, amenities and grounds) and taking remedial action where necessary To promote the efficient and effective operation of the Home through: Developing in consultation with young people and staff routines in relation to all aspects of child care Clarifying expectations in relation to maintaining the Home in a clean and orderly condition Creating rotas which fit best with children's needs and which allow proper handovers between shifts Ensuring that there are appropriate and adequate reporting and recording system in place to comply with National Minimum Standards Attending to all administration issues in relation to the Home and the provision of weekly management information reports for HQ General Responsibilities: To assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose Contribute 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 team To deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager To drive company vehicles - subject to policies and procedures To work on a rota basis according to the needs of young people To ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained To receive supervision in line with National Minimum Standards and to take responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needs To carry out all other reasonable tasks or directed by the Registered Manager PERSON SPECIFICATION DEPUTY MANAGER Essential/ Desirable Qualifications Secondary Education with good standard of literacy and numeracy NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent) Current driving licence preferred but not essential Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of National Minimum StandardsAwareness of Equal Opportunities/ADP issuesKnowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislationTeam Building SkillsSupervision SkillsAbility to manage teams effec

Are you a compassionate and dedicated person seeking an exciting career in residential care? Do you have the passion and drive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people? We are looking for enthusiastic residential care workers to join our amazing team, building strong relationships and fostering a warm, supportive, and rewarding environment to the children and young people in our care. 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. As a residential care worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible, and skilled at reading situations to help guide young people towards making positive choices. For this role, whilst experience is preferred it is not necessary - if you have a positive, can-do attitude and the passion to make a real, meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people then this is the perfect role for you! What We Offer: £12.69 - £13.31 per hour (dependant on experience) PLUS an additional £30 per sleep in A full two weeks of paid training before starting the role Overtime rate of x1.25 Our Shift Patterns: 2 - 3 shifts per week on a full-time basis Our shift patterns are 2 days in, 4 days off - sleep ins are mandatory. Key responsibilities include: Providing emotional support during challenging times Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager. Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities, and expanding their personal social networks Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.) 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: Minimum age requirement: 21 years old Full UK driving license preferable but not essential No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people Must have availability for sleep-in shifts Benefits: £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift Enhanced DBS covered Comprehensive induction and training provided 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance Rota provided 4 weeks in advance 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!