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We are looking for a Deputy Manager - Childrens Home to join our client based in Chard. As a Deputy Manager - Childrens Home you will be passionate about supporting children and young people in their care and achieve their potential within this social care setting. As part of this role you will be supporting the Registered Manager and assisting with the day to day running of the home and inspire a team of Childrens Residential Support Workers to deliver the car to the young people. You will be working in a small team and really making a difference to the childrens lives acting as a mentor and taking part in activities with the children some of whom have experienced trauma in their lives. To be considered for this position you will have: A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle A minimum qualification of a QCF Level 3 Diploma in working with children An understanding of OFSTED At least one years experience as a Team Leader or Senior Support Worker and worked with Children. You will also be part of the on call rota and have the best interests of the children whilst in your care. In return for this post as a Deputy Manager - Childrens Home the client is offering: An salary of 34,000 The opportunity to enhance your career with relevant professional development Casual dress Life insurance Health & Wellbeing programme If this sounds like the progression or the opportunity you are looking for apply today. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT OVERSEAS APPLICANTS OR THOSE WHO ARE NON-DRIVERS

Job Title: Residential Care Officer - Full-Time Location: Doncaster Contract: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours) Salary: 28,176 - 31,101 40.77 per sleep-in shift Rota includes 2 weekends off out of 4 South Yorkshire Pension Authority contributions Overtime over 37 hours paid at time and a quarter Potential Total Compensation Package: With allowance, basic salary reaches 28,176 - 31,101 Annual employer pension contributions: 4,790 - 5,287 Sleep-in shifts (approx. 4 per month) provide an additional 163.08 monthly, or around 2,000 annually. Are You Passionate About Making a Difference in Children's Lives? We are expanding our residential care services and is looking for dedicated Residential Child Care Officers to join our Good and Outstanding-rated children's homes. With supportive management, regular supervision, and extensive training, our team is committed to providing nurturing and therapeutic environments for children in need. Who We Are: Our Residential and Inspiring Futures Teams Service supports children in care, providing safe, nurturing residential environments for their growth and healing. Our homes are strategically located across Doncaster, with excellent transport links, and include facilities rated as "Outstanding" and "Good" by Ofsted. Our goal is to build a passionate, skilled workforce dedicated to making a difference. What We're Looking For: A genuine passion for working with children and young people Strong communication and interpersonal skills Flexibility to work a rota including weekends and unsocial hours Dedication to safeguarding and promoting child welfare The Role: This role offers a meaningful opportunity to positively impact young lives. Working alongside our Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, and Senior Residential Care Officers, you'll contribute to a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for looked-after children. This role is challenging yet rewarding, ideal for individuals with experience or transferrable skills in working with young people, especially those with complex behaviours. Key Responsibilities: Provide compassionate and consistent care, meeting the emotional, social, and physical needs of children Work in alignment with the home's ethos and Statement of Purpose Complete required training, including QCF Level 3 (within two years of start date) and our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention program (TCI) Rota Schedule: Shifts include mornings (7am-3pm), afternoons (2pm-10pm), and sleep-ins (2pm-11pm, then 7am-2pm) Work 2 weekends out of 4, with 9 days off per 4-week rota Why Join Us? Be part of a passionate team making a difference Professional development and career growth opportunities Supportive working environment with competitive benefits, including up to 33 days annual leave (plus public holidays) and access to South Yorkshire Pension Authority Application Deadline: Ongoing recruitment with weekly shortlisting Interview Date: Ongoing interviews conducted week Join us in making a meaningful impact in children's lives!

Description Do you want to make a difference to a child's life? Then become a highly valued Senior Children's Residential Support Worker and start a truly rewarding career! Hours: full time, 1 day on 2 days off or 2 days on, 4 days off (with sleep nights). We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Rotas given in advance. Pay rate: £12.95 to £14.00 per hour, days (depending on qualification), £60 per sleep night (equates to approximately £32,644.00 to £34,824.00 per annum). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate Esland are driven to changing children's' lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. What we are looking for: We are looking for nurturing and supportive people, who can provide outstanding childcare and support our young people to achieve amazing outcomes. Our Stoke-on-Trent home is a small group home that offers a homely setting for three young people who need therapeutic placements. Our teams support their young person with all of their domestic needs, education, socialisation skills while learning new things and experiencing fun activities and excursions together. What we can offer a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker: We know our teams make a big difference and we want them to feel rewarded: We offer routes for progression and the opportunity undergo a qualification once employed We offer BILD accredited, paid induction training You will have access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement) Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company! Essential requirements for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker: A minimum 12 months experience in a children's residential care home Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare In depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice A Full driving licence issued in the UK Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions Values in line with Esland's, such as taking a therapeutic, person-centred approach to childcare Due to industry regulations, applicants must be aged 21 or above Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference. About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children's and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme. With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

Description Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career! Esland are driven to changing children's' lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. We are looking for residential support workers and senior support workers to join our growing, highly valued team. Our teams are "professional parents' who are nurturing and supportive, giving our children high levels of care and allowing them to achieve amazing outcomes. Our homes vary in size and provide therapeutic, EBD and complex trauma support services. We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time! The role of a senior support worker will involve: Contributing to the young person's care plans and risk assessments, their review and implementation Forming effective relationships with young people, their families (if appropriate) and external agencies Ensuring the home is kept clean and in a tidy condition, adhering to the cleaning rota system, encouraging the young people to participate as appropriate Ensuring that good quality records are maintained as required with supervision and advice from shift and Managers. Maintaining and promoting residential care work to high levels of professionalism expected by Esland and Ofsted Contributing to the educational and social development of each young person and assisting in the implementation of Individual Education Programs Meeting the emotional and physical needs of our young people and maximising opportunities for their development Providing support to the deputy/manager of the home whilst on shift and performing senior duties as directed What we are looking for from you: Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People or equivalent (highly desirable) Experience in a children's home setting (essential) Supervisory experience (essential) Passion to help nurture young people Be able to work shift patterns including sleep ins (Rota plan given in advance but likely to be 2 on 4 off) Full, UK driving licence (essential) All candidates must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). What we can offer: A salary of £35,239 to £36,900 per year, depending on qualifications (based on a pay rate of £14.20 to £15.00 per hour and undertaking 8 sleeps per month on average) Enrolment onto the fully funded Level 3/4/5 Children and Young People's Workforce qualification Enrolment into Esland pension scheme 248 hours annual leave per year Opportunities to pick up extras shifts / overtime at enhanced rate Bank holidays paid at time and a half Comprehensive, paid induction training (that is accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training) and ongoing training within the role Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 50 colleagues last year Cycle to work scheme A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend' scheme Monthly recognition awards Casual dress code Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together Food available whilst on shift Free parking A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement) Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company! The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life! About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children's and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme. With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

Description Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career! Esland are driven to changing children's' lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. We are looking for residential support workers and senior support workers to join our growing, highly valued team. Our teams are "professional parents' who are nurturing and supportive, giving our children high levels of care and allowing them to achieve amazing outcomes. Our homes vary in size and provide therapeutic, EBD and complex trauma support services. We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time! The role of a senior support worker will involve: Contributing to the young person's care plans and risk assessments, their review and implementation Forming effective relationships with young people, their families (if appropriate) and external agencies Ensuring the home is kept clean and in a tidy condition, adhering to the cleaning rota system, encouraging the young people to participate as appropriate Ensuring that good quality records are maintained as required with supervision and advice from shift and Managers. Maintaining and promoting residential care work to high levels of professionalism expected by Esland and Ofsted Contributing to the educational and social development of each young person and assisting in the implementation of Individual Education Programs Meeting the emotional and physical needs of our young people and maximising opportunities for their development Providing support to the deputy/manager of the home whilst on shift and performing senior duties as directed What we are looking for from you: Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People or equivalent (highly desirable) Experience in a children's home setting (essential) Supervisory experience (essential) Passion to help nurture young people Be able to work shift patterns including sleep ins (Rota plan given in advance but likely to be 2 on 4 off) Full, UK driving licence (essential) All candidates must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). What we can offer: A salary of £32,644 to £34,824 per year, depending on qualifications (based on a pay rate of £12.95 to £14.00 per hour and undertaking 8 sleeps per month on average) Enrolment onto the fully funded Level 3/4/5 Residential Childcare qualification Enrolment into Esland pension scheme 248 hours annual leave per year Opportunities to pick up extras shifts / overtime at enhanced rate Bank holidays paid at time and a half Comprehensive, paid induction training (that is accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training) and ongoing training within the role Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 50 colleagues last year Cycle to work scheme A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend' scheme Monthly recognition awards Casual dress code Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together Food available whilst on shift Free parking A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement) Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company! The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life! About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children's and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme. With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

Location: South West - Devon, Cornwall, Bristol Job Type: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £84,279 - £94,856 per annum, pro-rata - plus car allowance or lease car Are you a clinical service leader, motivated and passionate about childrens palliative care and looking for a role where you can really make a difference? Join us to lead on the delivery of the highest quality hospice care for babies, children and young people, and their families in the South West of England. The Role: This role is crucial to the delivery, sustainability and development of the highest quality care and support for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions, and their families in the South West Region. The care we provide is based from our three hospices: Little Bridge House in Devon, Charlton Farm in North Somerset and Little Harbour in Cornwall. Childrens Hospice South West (CHSW) is one of the largest and most geographically extensive childrens hospice organisations in the UK with a record of achievement in the delivery of high quality care. The Charity is looking to enhance its reputation and to extend its services to more children and their families in the Peninsula. In order to achieve our strategic ambitions, as well as securing service sustainability and above all an exceptional standard of care, we are seeking to recruit an individual with the capabilities to lead, manage, sustain and grow the Charity in the coming years. The successful candidate will have the advantage of having a supportive Board of Trustees, a cohesive Senior Management Team together with Care Leadership Teams and Heads of Care (Registered Managers) leading exceptional teams at each of our hospices. Collectively we are all motivated by making the most of short and precious lives. To take CHSW into and beyond its next exciting stage of development, we are ideally looking for a registered childrens nurse who possesses extensive leadership and operational management experience in the provision of health/social care services with a record of achievement and success in this area. Post-qualification experience working for the benefit of children with a life-limiting/ life-threatening condition, chronic illness or other disability in acute, community, residential or palliative care setting is essential. This is a very rare opportunity to be instrumental in shaping the future of a region-wide childrens palliative care service and will afford a high level of job satisfaction. Whilst managing a complex multi-site service over such a long linear region is unique within the sector, the post, being based in the South West, will ensure that the successful candidate enjoys the high quality of life and leisure opportunities associated with the area. A relocation package may be available. About Us: An established and successful charity, CHSW provides hospice care for children with life limiting conditions and their families in the South West of England. CHSW delivers services to children and their families who have a palliative care need and meet the agreed referral criteria. The CHSW ethos is to support the whole family making the most of short and precious lives and our current delivery model includes care wherever the child is when they need it most including care at the hospice base, at home and virtual support. As an organisation we are committed to child focused care that supports the whole family. What we offer: We value our staff and offer an excellent working environment with an enthusiastic and committed team, you will also benefit from: company car or car allowance of £5280 work travel expenses paid free car parking on sites support with relocation costs, where appropriate 33 days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, which increases with service enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay NHS Pension (where applicable) or personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution family friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services and employee assistance programme group life insurance scheme training and development opportunities environmental and green agenda a supportive and inclusive environment a chance to make a real difference Join our team for a rewarding career move to an organisation where 98% of staff say they are proud to work for. Apply now to be part of something truly meaningful! Together, we can create moments that matter. NOTE: when applying please include a full CV with employment history with education / training information and also upload your supporting statement in addition to your CV (if you have any difficulties with this, please contact HR) Closing date for applications: 09 March 2025 Anticipated Interview date: 31 March and 01 April 2025 (at Little Bridge House, North Devon) CHSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees must obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. Charity Registration Number You may also have experience in the following: Clinical Services Management, Care Director, Director of care, Care Manager, Case Manager, Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Case Management, Registered Manager, Mentoring, Social Worker, Case Worker, Engagement, Community Support, Rehabilitation, Resettlement, etc. REF- JBRP1_UKTJ

Hoop Recruitment are looking for a Registered Manager based in a based at a childrens home in Whitchurch, Bristol.You will be responsible for leading culture change and delivering the residential home's objectives in line with a therapeutic approach to care for, support and meet the needs of children in care whilst leading and managing the team to achieve this.We are looking for a candidate who can start in January 2023. Key Responsibilities To be the Registered Manager of the home and work with OFSTED to support this. To pro-actively lead culture change within the home using recognised change tools and techniques to deliver a service that's fit for purpose. Manage a children's home ensuring an excellent standard of care that is underpinned by therapeutic approaches and in accordance with relevant legislation, procedures, policies and 'Statement of Purpose' for the home. Produce, lead on and progress development plans for their individual children's home and the service that ensures the delivery of high quality, therapeutic informed practice, and report on performance to statutory bodies and senior management. Co-ordinate and monitor quality of care, casework and administrative functions of the home and evaluate standards of performance against targets. Lead, assist and supervise in the continual assessment of children's needs and to identify and prepare specific development plans, working with partners where appropriate, to ensure the most appropriate service provision. Leading on all aspects of recruitment and people management to support staff to achieve the highest standards of care. Deliver comprehensive staff training & development programme to enable staff to provide the necessary skills and expertise to meet the needs of children and perform their role. Support the development of supportive and therapeutic relationships between staff, children and other stakeholders. Liaise with various internal/external multi-disciplinary teams and commissioning authorities to ensure the care needs of our cared for children are met effectively and in a timely manner. To ensure the efficient, safe management of the home, including budget management, health and safety regulations, statutory regulations, adequate staffing levels and be part of an on-call system.To apply for this role you will need to hold a NVQ or QCF Level 5. You will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure unless on the update service.Benefits to working with Hoop We put people first. Always We pride ourselves in finding roles that you want and enjoy We want to understand what is important to you and find roles that suit you. We won't just give you what we have! A Referral scheme Love2Shop vouchers for every qualified social worker you refer to us If you are interested, please get in touch with Joseph Edge on for an informal chat