Domestic Abuse Support Worker Location: Bedford Salary: £16,380 Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time (25 hours per week) Closing Date: 26 March, 2026 The Women's Refuge is a safe haven for women and their children, fleeing domestic abuse. This new provision accommodates up to 10 women, either with or without dependent children with a safe and stable place for them to live, whilst accessing therapeutic recovery support. As a Domestic Abuse Support Worker, you'll manage a caseload of customers who have complex needs, through their journey with the organisation's supported housing service, ensuring a strengths based, trauma informed approach that enables them to realise their potential. You'll work closely with key partners, delivering quality, outcome focused coaching support sessions in one-to-one and group settings, providing both emotional and practical support. This will include sessions on keeping safe, healthy relationships, substance use, mental health and wellbeing, finance and budget management, and employment skills. You'll ensure that their customers are supported to stay safe and are aware of their rights to legal protection for themselves whilst identifying and signposting customers to any other services that they may benefit from that is available from partner agencies. The ideal candidate will: Have proven experience of working with people who have multiple complex needs and/or domestic abuse. Have experience of completing CAADA DASH risk assessments and carrying out robust safety planning. Have an understanding of the practical, emotional, economic and social issues of those experiencing domestic abuse, particularly those who have complex needs. Have proven complex case management experience, with a clear focus on outcomes for customers and their wider community. Have the ability to record concise, accurate case notes and support paperwork. Be able to demonstrate partnership working with specialist agencies such as mental health teams, offending services or other relevant services. Have knowledge of housing and benefits advice. Have experience of using a housing management system or other similar software. Have exceptional communication skills. Female applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 - Section 9 - Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Discover the organisation: The organisation is a leading housing provider. They manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across their portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Their mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. They're looking for like-minded people to join their team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody their values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people's lives. They are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows them to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support their colleagues. they have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. they are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation their Menopause Friendly accreditation. They reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the organisation, please click apply
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Domestic Abuse Support Worker Location: Bedford Salary: £16,380 Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time (25 hours per week) Closing Date: 26 March, 2026 The Women's Refuge is a safe haven for women and their children, fleeing domestic abuse. This new provision accommodates up to 10 women, either with or without dependent children with a safe and stable place for them to live, whilst accessing therapeutic recovery support. As a Domestic Abuse Support Worker, you'll manage a caseload of customers who have complex needs, through their journey with the organisation's supported housing service, ensuring a strengths based, trauma informed approach that enables them to realise their potential. You'll work closely with key partners, delivering quality, outcome focused coaching support sessions in one-to-one and group settings, providing both emotional and practical support. This will include sessions on keeping safe, healthy relationships, substance use, mental health and wellbeing, finance and budget management, and employment skills. You'll ensure that their customers are supported to stay safe and are aware of their rights to legal protection for themselves whilst identifying and signposting customers to any other services that they may benefit from that is available from partner agencies. The ideal candidate will: Have proven experience of working with people who have multiple complex needs and/or domestic abuse. Have experience of completing CAADA DASH risk assessments and carrying out robust safety planning. Have an understanding of the practical, emotional, economic and social issues of those experiencing domestic abuse, particularly those who have complex needs. Have proven complex case management experience, with a clear focus on outcomes for customers and their wider community. Have the ability to record concise, accurate case notes and support paperwork. Be able to demonstrate partnership working with specialist agencies such as mental health teams, offending services or other relevant services. Have knowledge of housing and benefits advice. Have experience of using a housing management system or other similar software. Have exceptional communication skills. Female applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 - Section 9 - Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Discover the organisation: The organisation is a leading housing provider. They manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across their portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Their mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. They're looking for like-minded people to join their team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody their values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people's lives. They are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows them to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support their colleagues. they have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. they are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation their Menopause Friendly accreditation. They reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the organisation, please click apply
£60,322 - £69,797 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Queensmead House School, 2 days per week. Queensmead House School is located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle. This inspiring setting, with a rich heritage of education, is now home to a specialist learning environment recently rated Good by Ofsted. QHS is an independent specialist day school, with both primary and secondary settings providing high quality education. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
£60,322 - £69,797 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Queensmead House School, 2 days per week. Queensmead House School is located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle. This inspiring setting, with a rich heritage of education, is now home to a specialist learning environment recently rated Good by Ofsted. QHS is an independent specialist day school, with both primary and secondary settings providing high quality education. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
The starting salary for this role is £36,873 per annum for working 36 hours per week plus enhanced rates of pay for weekends, bank holidays and sleep in duties. Are you ready to take the next step in your career in residential children's care? We have a great opportunity for a Senior Practitioner to join our Children's Residential Home in Dorking . If you are considering a move from the private children's residential care sector, or another care background this role may more commonly be known as a Residential Team or Shift Leader. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents This is one of the best roles in our homes - offering a balance between direct work with our children and young people and the opportunity to contribute to the development of your team. Our Senior Practitioner role is one that is both structured and varied, where you'll have a foot in two camps : Directly supporting our children and young people , building trusted relationships, and helping them manage their emotions and behaviours, process trauma, and navigate complex family dynamics. You'll bring empathy, consistency, and resilience to your work - creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, while helping our children and young people to develop healthy routines and coping strategies through meaningful activities including education and contributing to everyday life within the home. Supporting and guiding staff, you will use your previous experience and sense of personal authority, professionalism and integrity to lead by example, helping team members to make safe and informed decisions in sometimes challenging circumstances. You will work closely with management within the home to maintain a safe, nurturing environment and collaborate with multi-agency professionals involved in the lives of tour children and young people to contribute to meaningful care planning. You will guide junior members of the team acting as a mentor and sharing best practice, role modelling behaviours, creating respectful and confidential boundaries to work within, and inspiring them to grow by supporting them with their induction, training requirements, probation activity, and journey to gain their diplomas. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take their first step into leadership, without the full stretch and responsibility of a Deputy Manager role. We'll support you to develop your own skills through training, regular supervision, and a personalised development plan, and the opportunity to gain your Level 5 qualification in Management and Leadership if that's the path you choose, paving the way for future progression into more senior roles. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Previous experience of working in Residential Children's Care A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or equivalent. Your ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with children, adolescents, their families, and other care professionals An applied knowledge of contextual children's safeguarding and associated issues Proven experience of multi-agency working Skills in effective assessment, risk management, and strengths-based care planning Experience of delivering statutory childcare services including the residential care of children and knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards In this role, you'll be expected to provide supervision to more junior team members. While previous supervisory experience isn't essential, you must be confident in offering guidance and support, and willing to take on this responsibility as part of your development. If you have transferable skills and experience of working in children's services such as family support or placements, fostering, youth services or probation and prison services you may have developed skills that would align well to our Senior Practitioner role, and we would love to hear from you to understand how these could fit a role in our residential children's services. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the skills and experience you have of providing children's residential care? Please tell us about any experience you have of multiagency working and why this is important. The work we do is challenging (but rewarding). Using an example tell us about a time when you dealt with a challenging work situation effectively. What was the outcome and what did you learn from it? This advert closes on 22.03.2026 with interviews to follow. Our Requirements Due to our legal obligations, we can only accept applications from people 22 years old and above. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and our residential workforce will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle, to support our young people to attend appointments, activities or trips as agreed. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
The starting salary for this role is £36,873 per annum for working 36 hours per week plus enhanced rates of pay for weekends, bank holidays and sleep in duties. Are you ready to take the next step in your career in residential children's care? We have a great opportunity for a Senior Practitioner to join our Children's Residential Home in Dorking . If you are considering a move from the private children's residential care sector, or another care background this role may more commonly be known as a Residential Team or Shift Leader. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents This is one of the best roles in our homes - offering a balance between direct work with our children and young people and the opportunity to contribute to the development of your team. Our Senior Practitioner role is one that is both structured and varied, where you'll have a foot in two camps : Directly supporting our children and young people , building trusted relationships, and helping them manage their emotions and behaviours, process trauma, and navigate complex family dynamics. You'll bring empathy, consistency, and resilience to your work - creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, while helping our children and young people to develop healthy routines and coping strategies through meaningful activities including education and contributing to everyday life within the home. Supporting and guiding staff, you will use your previous experience and sense of personal authority, professionalism and integrity to lead by example, helping team members to make safe and informed decisions in sometimes challenging circumstances. You will work closely with management within the home to maintain a safe, nurturing environment and collaborate with multi-agency professionals involved in the lives of tour children and young people to contribute to meaningful care planning. You will guide junior members of the team acting as a mentor and sharing best practice, role modelling behaviours, creating respectful and confidential boundaries to work within, and inspiring them to grow by supporting them with their induction, training requirements, probation activity, and journey to gain their diplomas. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take their first step into leadership, without the full stretch and responsibility of a Deputy Manager role. We'll support you to develop your own skills through training, regular supervision, and a personalised development plan, and the opportunity to gain your Level 5 qualification in Management and Leadership if that's the path you choose, paving the way for future progression into more senior roles. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Previous experience of working in Residential Children's Care A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or equivalent. Your ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with children, adolescents, their families, and other care professionals An applied knowledge of contextual children's safeguarding and associated issues Proven experience of multi-agency working Skills in effective assessment, risk management, and strengths-based care planning Experience of delivering statutory childcare services including the residential care of children and knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards In this role, you'll be expected to provide supervision to more junior team members. While previous supervisory experience isn't essential, you must be confident in offering guidance and support, and willing to take on this responsibility as part of your development. If you have transferable skills and experience of working in children's services such as family support or placements, fostering, youth services or probation and prison services you may have developed skills that would align well to our Senior Practitioner role, and we would love to hear from you to understand how these could fit a role in our residential children's services. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the skills and experience you have of providing children's residential care? Please tell us about any experience you have of multiagency working and why this is important. The work we do is challenging (but rewarding). Using an example tell us about a time when you dealt with a challenging work situation effectively. What was the outcome and what did you learn from it? This advert closes on 22.03.2026 with interviews to follow. Our Requirements Due to our legal obligations, we can only accept applications from people 22 years old and above. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and our residential workforce will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle, to support our young people to attend appointments, activities or trips as agreed. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
£73,666 - £77,930 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across 2 of our CSE homes in the North East, therefore experience of working with sexual trauma, abuse and CSE would be desirable. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
£39,680 - £46,944 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Childrens Homes means being a part of a young persons day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults an incredibly rewarding role to click apply for full job details
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
£39,680 - £46,944 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Childrens Homes means being a part of a young persons day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults an incredibly rewarding role to click apply for full job details
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? We are looking for a dedicated CAMHS RAFT Practitioner to join our team, working with children, young people and young adults in a Responsive, Acute, Focussed and Timely (RAFT) way within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). You will play a key role in assessing, treating and providing intensive support to young people and their families during periods of distress and crisis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a countywide, dynamic, multi disciplinary team offering flexible care across homes and community settings. You will also be part of a rota covering extended hours, seven days a week, ensuring timely and effective support. The role involves working autonomously and collaboratively across clinical bases, home settings and other environments as needed. You will also provide support to colleagues and clinical supervision to Band 4 Child and Family Support Workers. Main duties of the job Complete joint and individual assessments for children, young people and families referred to the RAFT service. Develop and review care and treatment plans in collaboration with CAMHS professionals and partner agencies. Deliver short term evidence based interventions to meet the needs of young people and families. Undertake risk assessment and risk management planning for high risk presentations. Provide education, support and practical advice to children, young people, families and carers. Liaise closely with CAMHS colleagues, inpatient units, hospitals, schools, social care and voluntary services to ensure effective care pathways. Act as a point of contact for patients, carers and referrers, discussing referrals and signposting when appropriate. Participate in the shift rota, including extended hours, and provide daily coordination for the team when required. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Trust standards. Provide clinical supervision to Band 4 staff and contribute to ongoing team development. Support the collection of service data, audit information and evaluation materials to improve service delivery. About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities Assess children, young people and families referred to the service and agree appropriate actions. Formulate treatment plans and support CAMHS professionals to deliver agreed interventions. Reassess and adapt treatment plans as needed based on clinical progress. Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans for young people displaying high risk behaviours. Deliver brief, goal focussed interventions using evidence based approaches. Work collaboratively with Tier 3 CAMHS, hospitals, inpatient units, eating disorder services and transition teams. Communication and Multi Agency Work Work closely with education settings, social care, local authority teams and voluntary agencies. Build strong professional networks to support effective communication and coordinated care. Offer advice and support to referrers and non specialist colleagues. Leadership and Supervision Coordinate team activity during shifts to ensure safe and effective service delivery. Provide clinical supervision to Band 4 staff. Contribute to team meetings, handovers and service development activities. Administration and Record Keeping Maintain accurate electronic records on RIO in accordance with Trust policy. Support service evaluation through data collection, audit and review. Professional Responsibilities Work within legal and professional frameworks including the Children Act, Mental Health Act, safeguarding procedures and Trust policies. Participate in required training, supervision and continuing professional development. Carry out duties as required by the Operational Service Manager. Person Specification Qualifications Qualification in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, or equivalent field. Advanced training in and/or substantial experience in the use of behaviour and or evidence-based interventions with children and families. Evidence of previous and ongoing commitment to continuous professional development. Qualification in CBT / Counselling / Dialectical Behaviour Therapy / behaviour modification / social skills or group therapy. Experience Significant post-qualifying experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties. Previous experience in a CAMH service which preferably includes liaising with and giving advice to referrers and clients at the point of entry to a service. Additional Criteria Knowledge and understanding of mental health disorders in children and young people, and their impact on both the client group and their families/carers. Knowledge of a wide range of evidence-based treatment/therapeutic interventions. Knowledge and experience of risk assessment and risk management planning with high-risk young people. Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the service. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? We are looking for a dedicated CAMHS RAFT Practitioner to join our team, working with children, young people and young adults in a Responsive, Acute, Focussed and Timely (RAFT) way within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). You will play a key role in assessing, treating and providing intensive support to young people and their families during periods of distress and crisis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a countywide, dynamic, multi disciplinary team offering flexible care across homes and community settings. You will also be part of a rota covering extended hours, seven days a week, ensuring timely and effective support. The role involves working autonomously and collaboratively across clinical bases, home settings and other environments as needed. You will also provide support to colleagues and clinical supervision to Band 4 Child and Family Support Workers. Main duties of the job Complete joint and individual assessments for children, young people and families referred to the RAFT service. Develop and review care and treatment plans in collaboration with CAMHS professionals and partner agencies. Deliver short term evidence based interventions to meet the needs of young people and families. Undertake risk assessment and risk management planning for high risk presentations. Provide education, support and practical advice to children, young people, families and carers. Liaise closely with CAMHS colleagues, inpatient units, hospitals, schools, social care and voluntary services to ensure effective care pathways. Act as a point of contact for patients, carers and referrers, discussing referrals and signposting when appropriate. Participate in the shift rota, including extended hours, and provide daily coordination for the team when required. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Trust standards. Provide clinical supervision to Band 4 staff and contribute to ongoing team development. Support the collection of service data, audit information and evaluation materials to improve service delivery. About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities Assess children, young people and families referred to the service and agree appropriate actions. Formulate treatment plans and support CAMHS professionals to deliver agreed interventions. Reassess and adapt treatment plans as needed based on clinical progress. Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans for young people displaying high risk behaviours. Deliver brief, goal focussed interventions using evidence based approaches. Work collaboratively with Tier 3 CAMHS, hospitals, inpatient units, eating disorder services and transition teams. Communication and Multi Agency Work Work closely with education settings, social care, local authority teams and voluntary agencies. Build strong professional networks to support effective communication and coordinated care. Offer advice and support to referrers and non specialist colleagues. Leadership and Supervision Coordinate team activity during shifts to ensure safe and effective service delivery. Provide clinical supervision to Band 4 staff. Contribute to team meetings, handovers and service development activities. Administration and Record Keeping Maintain accurate electronic records on RIO in accordance with Trust policy. Support service evaluation through data collection, audit and review. Professional Responsibilities Work within legal and professional frameworks including the Children Act, Mental Health Act, safeguarding procedures and Trust policies. Participate in required training, supervision and continuing professional development. Carry out duties as required by the Operational Service Manager. Person Specification Qualifications Qualification in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, or equivalent field. Advanced training in and/or substantial experience in the use of behaviour and or evidence-based interventions with children and families. Evidence of previous and ongoing commitment to continuous professional development. Qualification in CBT / Counselling / Dialectical Behaviour Therapy / behaviour modification / social skills or group therapy. Experience Significant post-qualifying experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties. Previous experience in a CAMH service which preferably includes liaising with and giving advice to referrers and clients at the point of entry to a service. Additional Criteria Knowledge and understanding of mental health disorders in children and young people, and their impact on both the client group and their families/carers. Knowledge of a wide range of evidence-based treatment/therapeutic interventions. Knowledge and experience of risk assessment and risk management planning with high-risk young people. Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the service. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£43,180 - £50,444 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Childrens Homes means being a part of a young persons day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults an incredibly rewarding role to click apply for full job details
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
£43,180 - £50,444 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Childrens Homes means being a part of a young persons day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults an incredibly rewarding role to click apply for full job details
Community Engagement Assistant (Part-Time, Flexible) Location: Swindon & surrounding community Are you passionate about your local community? Do you love meeting people, building relationships and making a real difference? At Dressability , we believe clothing should never be a barrier to dignity, comfort or independence. Every year, we support adults and children with disabilities, older people, and those facing physical challenges by providing specialist clothing alterations and adaptations that truly transform lives. Now, we re looking for someone from Swindon to help us take that mission even further. Why This Role Matters This isn t just a job it s an opportunity to: Be the external face of a respected local charity Build meaningful partnerships across Swindon Help people access life-changing support Raise awareness of disability challenges in our community Connect local people with ways to give back You ll be out and about at community groups, GP surgeries, care homes, faith groups, fetes, disability events and networking meetings spreading the word about the incredible support Dressability provides. What You ll Be Doing As our Community Engagement Assistant, you will: Develop relationships with local organisations, health services and community leaders Deliver talks and presentations that inspire and inform Represent Dressability at community events and fairs Organise pop-up clinics in local venues Promote referrals through GPs, OTs and care settings Help attract new clients, volunteers and supporters Support social media content and community marketing You ll also work closely with our friendly team, and receive ongoing training and support. Who We re Looking For We d love to hear from you if you: Know Swindon well and have strong local connections Have experience in community engagement, outreach or partnership working Understand disability issues (or have lived/worked experience in this area) Are friendly, confident and comfortable speaking to groups Are self-motivated and organised Have a driving licence and access to your own vehicle Most importantly, you re someone who genuinely cares about people and wants to make a difference close to home. Why Join Dressability? Flexible, part-time hours Meaningful, purpose-driven work A supportive and welcoming team The chance to make visible change in your own community A role where no two days are the same This is your opportunity to be a connector, a champion and a changemaker for people across Swindon. Ready to Make an Impact? If you re based in Swindon and want to use your skills, personality and local knowledge to help others live with greater dignity and confidence, we would love to hear from you. Join Dressability and help ensure clothing never limits anyone s life.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Community Engagement Assistant (Part-Time, Flexible) Location: Swindon & surrounding community Are you passionate about your local community? Do you love meeting people, building relationships and making a real difference? At Dressability , we believe clothing should never be a barrier to dignity, comfort or independence. Every year, we support adults and children with disabilities, older people, and those facing physical challenges by providing specialist clothing alterations and adaptations that truly transform lives. Now, we re looking for someone from Swindon to help us take that mission even further. Why This Role Matters This isn t just a job it s an opportunity to: Be the external face of a respected local charity Build meaningful partnerships across Swindon Help people access life-changing support Raise awareness of disability challenges in our community Connect local people with ways to give back You ll be out and about at community groups, GP surgeries, care homes, faith groups, fetes, disability events and networking meetings spreading the word about the incredible support Dressability provides. What You ll Be Doing As our Community Engagement Assistant, you will: Develop relationships with local organisations, health services and community leaders Deliver talks and presentations that inspire and inform Represent Dressability at community events and fairs Organise pop-up clinics in local venues Promote referrals through GPs, OTs and care settings Help attract new clients, volunteers and supporters Support social media content and community marketing You ll also work closely with our friendly team, and receive ongoing training and support. Who We re Looking For We d love to hear from you if you: Know Swindon well and have strong local connections Have experience in community engagement, outreach or partnership working Understand disability issues (or have lived/worked experience in this area) Are friendly, confident and comfortable speaking to groups Are self-motivated and organised Have a driving licence and access to your own vehicle Most importantly, you re someone who genuinely cares about people and wants to make a difference close to home. Why Join Dressability? Flexible, part-time hours Meaningful, purpose-driven work A supportive and welcoming team The chance to make visible change in your own community A role where no two days are the same This is your opportunity to be a connector, a champion and a changemaker for people across Swindon. Ready to Make an Impact? If you re based in Swindon and want to use your skills, personality and local knowledge to help others live with greater dignity and confidence, we would love to hear from you. Join Dressability and help ensure clothing never limits anyone s life.
Children's Residential - Complex Trauma Services We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible children and young people through leading by example to other children's and young person's support workers. Essential Information We offer £2800 to £3600 sleep in payments (based on 8-10 sleep ins per month) 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rota 2 -3 shifts per week inclusive of sleep ins. Job role Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulations Planning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointments Assisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager To supervise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager Welcome a diverse culture in the home Creating a safe, family environment for the children Requirements You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulations Driving is essential due to locations of the homes You must have at least six months experience in Children's residential care Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company Over time paid at x1.25 Fully paid 10-day induction course Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Are you great at being calm in situations? Offering advice? A good listening ear and have the ability to show unconditional positive regard? Then we want to hear from you! 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.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Children's Residential - Complex Trauma Services We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible children and young people through leading by example to other children's and young person's support workers. Essential Information We offer £2800 to £3600 sleep in payments (based on 8-10 sleep ins per month) 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rota 2 -3 shifts per week inclusive of sleep ins. Job role Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulations Planning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointments Assisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager To supervise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager Welcome a diverse culture in the home Creating a safe, family environment for the children Requirements You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulations Driving is essential due to locations of the homes You must have at least six months experience in Children's residential care Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company Over time paid at x1.25 Fully paid 10-day induction course Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Are you great at being calm in situations? Offering advice? A good listening ear and have the ability to show unconditional positive regard? Then we want to hear from you! 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.
£39,680 - £46,944 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Childrens Homes means being a part of a young persons day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults an incredibly rewarding role to click apply for full job details
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
£39,680 - £46,944 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Childrens Homes means being a part of a young persons day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults an incredibly rewarding role to click apply for full job details
We're looking for an audience led, creatively minded Visitor Experience Manager to shape how people connect with our places across the Liverpool City Group. This is a leadership role for someone who can use insight to design meaningful experiences, work confidently across disciplines, and inspire teams to deliver high quality, impactful programmes. You're motivated by the chance to help a portfolio of properties reach more people, deepen their impact and tell stories that genuinely connect. What it's like to work here Reporting to the General Manager, you'll join a collaborative team based at Speke Hall while also supporting colleagues at The Beatles' Childhood Homes, The Hardmans' House, Formby and Lunt. Each place has its own character, and a central part of your role will be increasing access - helping more people feel part of something they can genuinely benefit from. That means removing practical barriers like distance and cost, as well as emotional barriers like confidence and belonging, because nature, beauty and history belong to everyone. It's an exciting time to join us as we focus on deepening relevance, growing our audiences and strengthening the quality of our experiences. With a portfolio that spans Tudor history, 1960s Liverpool and dynamic natural landscapes, no two days are the same. You'll be part of a team committed to making our places more welcoming, more meaningful and more accessible to the communities we serve. What you'll be doing At the heart of everything we do on site is conservation and visitor experience - to look after these special places for ever, for everyone. Working as part of the leadership team, you'll lead the creation of bold, audience led experiences across a diverse portfolio of properties, shaping programmes and participation opportunities that genuinely connect people with our places. Using audience insight and partner perspectives, you'll champion their needs and translate them into meaningful, memorable experiences. You'll also lead a multidisciplinary team spanning marketing and experiences, using strong, people centred leadership to inspire high performance, build confidence, and create a culture where colleagues feel empowered to take ownership and deliver exceptional work. Your leadership will be key to aligning activity across the portfolio and ensuring our offer is coherent, ambitious and audience focused. Working closely with colleagues across the Property Leadership Team, you'll drive the development of new interpretation, permanent experiences and year-round programming that reflect the spirit and purpose of each property. Your work will help us reach more people, deepen engagement, and strengthen both the quality of the visitor experience and the financial performance of the portfolio. You'll collaborate with communities, partners and visitors to cocreate and evaluate programmes, ensuring our offer remains relevant, inclusive and impactful. As part of the Leadership Team, you'll also share collective responsibility for the effective running of the properties and delivery of the business plan. Who we're looking for: experienced in managing visitor services or public programmes in a cultural or heritage setting skilled in using audience insight to shape inclusive and engaging experiences knowledgeable in interpretation, collections care and cultural programming a confident leader with strong people management and collaboration skills committed to accessibility, inclusion and continuous improvement The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
We're looking for an audience led, creatively minded Visitor Experience Manager to shape how people connect with our places across the Liverpool City Group. This is a leadership role for someone who can use insight to design meaningful experiences, work confidently across disciplines, and inspire teams to deliver high quality, impactful programmes. You're motivated by the chance to help a portfolio of properties reach more people, deepen their impact and tell stories that genuinely connect. What it's like to work here Reporting to the General Manager, you'll join a collaborative team based at Speke Hall while also supporting colleagues at The Beatles' Childhood Homes, The Hardmans' House, Formby and Lunt. Each place has its own character, and a central part of your role will be increasing access - helping more people feel part of something they can genuinely benefit from. That means removing practical barriers like distance and cost, as well as emotional barriers like confidence and belonging, because nature, beauty and history belong to everyone. It's an exciting time to join us as we focus on deepening relevance, growing our audiences and strengthening the quality of our experiences. With a portfolio that spans Tudor history, 1960s Liverpool and dynamic natural landscapes, no two days are the same. You'll be part of a team committed to making our places more welcoming, more meaningful and more accessible to the communities we serve. What you'll be doing At the heart of everything we do on site is conservation and visitor experience - to look after these special places for ever, for everyone. Working as part of the leadership team, you'll lead the creation of bold, audience led experiences across a diverse portfolio of properties, shaping programmes and participation opportunities that genuinely connect people with our places. Using audience insight and partner perspectives, you'll champion their needs and translate them into meaningful, memorable experiences. You'll also lead a multidisciplinary team spanning marketing and experiences, using strong, people centred leadership to inspire high performance, build confidence, and create a culture where colleagues feel empowered to take ownership and deliver exceptional work. Your leadership will be key to aligning activity across the portfolio and ensuring our offer is coherent, ambitious and audience focused. Working closely with colleagues across the Property Leadership Team, you'll drive the development of new interpretation, permanent experiences and year-round programming that reflect the spirit and purpose of each property. Your work will help us reach more people, deepen engagement, and strengthen both the quality of the visitor experience and the financial performance of the portfolio. You'll collaborate with communities, partners and visitors to cocreate and evaluate programmes, ensuring our offer remains relevant, inclusive and impactful. As part of the Leadership Team, you'll also share collective responsibility for the effective running of the properties and delivery of the business plan. Who we're looking for: experienced in managing visitor services or public programmes in a cultural or heritage setting skilled in using audience insight to shape inclusive and engaging experiences knowledgeable in interpretation, collections care and cultural programming a confident leader with strong people management and collaboration skills committed to accessibility, inclusion and continuous improvement The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
Deputy Manager (12-month FTC) Contract Type: Full time, 12-month fixed term contract Salary: 31,668.00- 36,036.00 per annum- dependent on qualifications and experience Location: Poole Specific Hours: 40 hours per week Benefits: 33 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), company pension, employee discount scheme, access to wellbeing programmes, monthly clinical and professional supervision, ongoing professional training & supervision Who are we? Budwood, part of Polaris Community, is a local service dedicated to providing high-quality Children's Homes and 16+ Supported Accommodation. Our young people may have experienced adverse childhood experiences, and our aim is to offer them a stable, nurturing home environment where they can feel safe, grow in confidence, and gain the skills they need for adulthood and independence. The Role We're looking for a passionate and motivated Deputy Manager to support two of our Children's Residential Homes in Poole. You'll help lead the team, ensure high standards of care, and guide young people towards independent living. Key Responsibilities Act as Home Manager in their absence, under guidance from the Area Manager Support and motivate the staff team through supervision, coaching, mentoring, and development planning. Ensure high-quality care and accommodation for young people, aligned with placement plans. Build trusted relationships with young people, promoting safety, respect, and personal development. Champion a culture of listening, dignity, and empowerment for all young people. Promote collaborative working with families, education providers, health services, and local authorities. Ensure staff are trained in safeguarding and compliant with policies and refresher requirements. Be an ambassador for Budwood's therapeutic model, CATCH . Assist with rotas, budget management, and timesheet oversight. Lead new staff inductions and conduct absence review meetings. Oversee record-keeping (e.g. risk assessments, placement plans, weekly reports), ensuring accuracy and clarity. Guide the team in supporting young people's learning and emotional development. Manage home finances when needed. Ensure domestic standards are high, including meal preparation and home maintenance. Support inspections, audits, and uphold health & safety and fire safety compliance. Participate in the on-call rota. Engage in supervision, appraisal, and continuous professional development. What we need from you Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care, Children and Young People or equivalent or working towards. At least 2 years' experience of working within a residential children's home or Supported Living service Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Understanding of The Children Act 1989 and 2004 and Supported Accommodation Quality Standards. Understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance in care settings. Experience in residential care, youth work, or working with young people with Emotional Behavioural Disorders (EBD). Leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and organisational skills. A proactive, flexible, and child-centred approach. Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager (12-month FTC) Contract Type: Full time, 12-month fixed term contract Salary: 31,668.00- 36,036.00 per annum- dependent on qualifications and experience Location: Poole Specific Hours: 40 hours per week Benefits: 33 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), company pension, employee discount scheme, access to wellbeing programmes, monthly clinical and professional supervision, ongoing professional training & supervision Who are we? Budwood, part of Polaris Community, is a local service dedicated to providing high-quality Children's Homes and 16+ Supported Accommodation. Our young people may have experienced adverse childhood experiences, and our aim is to offer them a stable, nurturing home environment where they can feel safe, grow in confidence, and gain the skills they need for adulthood and independence. The Role We're looking for a passionate and motivated Deputy Manager to support two of our Children's Residential Homes in Poole. You'll help lead the team, ensure high standards of care, and guide young people towards independent living. Key Responsibilities Act as Home Manager in their absence, under guidance from the Area Manager Support and motivate the staff team through supervision, coaching, mentoring, and development planning. Ensure high-quality care and accommodation for young people, aligned with placement plans. Build trusted relationships with young people, promoting safety, respect, and personal development. Champion a culture of listening, dignity, and empowerment for all young people. Promote collaborative working with families, education providers, health services, and local authorities. Ensure staff are trained in safeguarding and compliant with policies and refresher requirements. Be an ambassador for Budwood's therapeutic model, CATCH . Assist with rotas, budget management, and timesheet oversight. Lead new staff inductions and conduct absence review meetings. Oversee record-keeping (e.g. risk assessments, placement plans, weekly reports), ensuring accuracy and clarity. Guide the team in supporting young people's learning and emotional development. Manage home finances when needed. Ensure domestic standards are high, including meal preparation and home maintenance. Support inspections, audits, and uphold health & safety and fire safety compliance. Participate in the on-call rota. Engage in supervision, appraisal, and continuous professional development. What we need from you Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care, Children and Young People or equivalent or working towards. At least 2 years' experience of working within a residential children's home or Supported Living service Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Understanding of The Children Act 1989 and 2004 and Supported Accommodation Quality Standards. Understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance in care settings. Experience in residential care, youth work, or working with young people with Emotional Behavioural Disorders (EBD). Leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and organisational skills. A proactive, flexible, and child-centred approach. Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Children's Home Deputy Manager Location: Barnsley Contract Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: Up to 40,831.30 per annum (inclusive of sleep-in shifts and on-call payments) Specific Hours: 39 hours per week Accountable to: Registered Manager and to the Responsible Individuals and Operational Directors At Dove Adolescent Services, we support young people to develop emotional resilience and reach their full potential. Our ethos centres on building positive, healthy relationships and preparing young people for successful transitions into adulthood. We are seeking a Deputy Manager to support the running of an already established 4-bed home based in Barnsley. Main Purpose of Job As a Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring high-quality care and the promotion of each young person's rights, wellbeing, and individual needs in line with organisational policies. You will help lead and guide the staff team across both services, ensuring practice meets all legislative, safeguarding, and regulatory standards. Your role will contribute to achieving positive outcomes for young people and upholding the organisation's values, ethos, and commitment to excellent care. Main Duties and Responsibilities- Responsible for Service and Practice Ensure high-quality care across both homes in line with legislation, safeguarding requirements, Ofsted SCCIF, and organisational policies, promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practice. Maintain compliance with Health and Safety legislation and ensure staff have the required knowledge and training. Support the Registered Manager with accurate record-keeping for young people and staff, and contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and quality assurance systems. Promote effective childcare practice by developing and implementing approaches that support continuous improvement. Prepare for, attend, and chair internal and external meetings alongside the Registered Manager or in their absence. Participate in the on-call rota and provide sleep-in cover when required. Produce clear, evaluative reports and oversee written documentation to maintain regulatory standards. Take delegated responsibility for operational decision-making when the Registered Manager is absent. Human Resource Management Support the recruitment of staff, ensuring all safer recruitment checks are completed. Assist the Registered Manager in ensuring staff are properly inducted, supervised, and appraised in line with organisational and regulatory expectations. Support staff development by ensuring mandatory training and CPD requirements are met. Help maintain effective rotas and oversee staff expenses. Undertake investigations into complaints, grievances, and disciplinary matters in line with organisational policy. Management of Resources & External Relations Support the Registered Manager in monitoring budgets and financial processes to ensure targets are met and resources are used effectively. Report and follow up on maintenance issues to ensure both homes remain safe, well-maintained, and compliant. Positively represent the organisation in all external contacts, maintaining professional relationships with agencies, partners, and the wider community. Liaise with commissioners and the referrals team regarding placements and admissions. Required Attributes Commitment to delivering high-quality care and education. Experience in leading or managing a team. Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection. Level 3 Children & Young People qualification (minimum). Level 5 Leadership & Management, or willingness to complete. Understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people. Safe working practices and professional boundaries. Ability to build effective relationships with young people, colleagues, and external agencies. Emotional resilience when working with challenging behaviour. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice. Full UK driving licence and access to transport. Flexible, reliable, and able to contribute to organisational development. Benefits 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays Up to 35 on-call payments 39 hours full time, sleep-in duties required as set out per rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance Dove Adolescent Services Ltd established 1993 provides residential care for young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Hospitality & Tourism,
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Children's Home Deputy Manager Location: Barnsley Contract Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: Up to 40,831.30 per annum (inclusive of sleep-in shifts and on-call payments) Specific Hours: 39 hours per week Accountable to: Registered Manager and to the Responsible Individuals and Operational Directors At Dove Adolescent Services, we support young people to develop emotional resilience and reach their full potential. Our ethos centres on building positive, healthy relationships and preparing young people for successful transitions into adulthood. We are seeking a Deputy Manager to support the running of an already established 4-bed home based in Barnsley. Main Purpose of Job As a Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring high-quality care and the promotion of each young person's rights, wellbeing, and individual needs in line with organisational policies. You will help lead and guide the staff team across both services, ensuring practice meets all legislative, safeguarding, and regulatory standards. Your role will contribute to achieving positive outcomes for young people and upholding the organisation's values, ethos, and commitment to excellent care. Main Duties and Responsibilities- Responsible for Service and Practice Ensure high-quality care across both homes in line with legislation, safeguarding requirements, Ofsted SCCIF, and organisational policies, promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practice. Maintain compliance with Health and Safety legislation and ensure staff have the required knowledge and training. Support the Registered Manager with accurate record-keeping for young people and staff, and contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and quality assurance systems. Promote effective childcare practice by developing and implementing approaches that support continuous improvement. Prepare for, attend, and chair internal and external meetings alongside the Registered Manager or in their absence. Participate in the on-call rota and provide sleep-in cover when required. Produce clear, evaluative reports and oversee written documentation to maintain regulatory standards. Take delegated responsibility for operational decision-making when the Registered Manager is absent. Human Resource Management Support the recruitment of staff, ensuring all safer recruitment checks are completed. Assist the Registered Manager in ensuring staff are properly inducted, supervised, and appraised in line with organisational and regulatory expectations. Support staff development by ensuring mandatory training and CPD requirements are met. Help maintain effective rotas and oversee staff expenses. Undertake investigations into complaints, grievances, and disciplinary matters in line with organisational policy. Management of Resources & External Relations Support the Registered Manager in monitoring budgets and financial processes to ensure targets are met and resources are used effectively. Report and follow up on maintenance issues to ensure both homes remain safe, well-maintained, and compliant. Positively represent the organisation in all external contacts, maintaining professional relationships with agencies, partners, and the wider community. Liaise with commissioners and the referrals team regarding placements and admissions. Required Attributes Commitment to delivering high-quality care and education. Experience in leading or managing a team. Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection. Level 3 Children & Young People qualification (minimum). Level 5 Leadership & Management, or willingness to complete. Understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people. Safe working practices and professional boundaries. Ability to build effective relationships with young people, colleagues, and external agencies. Emotional resilience when working with challenging behaviour. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice. Full UK driving licence and access to transport. Flexible, reliable, and able to contribute to organisational development. Benefits 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays Up to 35 on-call payments 39 hours full time, sleep-in duties required as set out per rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance Dove Adolescent Services Ltd established 1993 provides residential care for young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Hospitality & Tourism,
Regional Operations Manager Children s Residential Services Salary: £70,000 £80,000 + performance bonuses Location: Leicester, Flexible across the region (covering up to 5 homes) Service Type: EBD & LD Children s Homes Provider: Small, high-quality independent group Are you an experienced multi-site Manager ready to shape and grow services for children and young people? Do you have the passion and expertise to lead teams delivering safe, nurturing, and outcome-focused care? We re working exclusively with a well-established independent care provider seeking a Regional Operations Manager to oversee up to five Children s Residential Homes supporting young people with EBD and Learning Disabilities. You will: Provide operational leadership and strategic oversight across all services Support and guide Registered Managers, ensuring compliance and consistent quality Hold Regulatory Responsibility (RI) for the homes, maintaining strong governance and safeguarding standards Develop and implement improvement plans that drive excellence and positive outcomes Work collaboratively with senior leadership on growth and service development This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive organisation where quality care and staff development are at the heart of everything they do. If you re a confident, values-led leader ready for a senior operational challenge, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch in confidence for a more detailed conversation
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Children s Residential Services Salary: £70,000 £80,000 + performance bonuses Location: Leicester, Flexible across the region (covering up to 5 homes) Service Type: EBD & LD Children s Homes Provider: Small, high-quality independent group Are you an experienced multi-site Manager ready to shape and grow services for children and young people? Do you have the passion and expertise to lead teams delivering safe, nurturing, and outcome-focused care? We re working exclusively with a well-established independent care provider seeking a Regional Operations Manager to oversee up to five Children s Residential Homes supporting young people with EBD and Learning Disabilities. You will: Provide operational leadership and strategic oversight across all services Support and guide Registered Managers, ensuring compliance and consistent quality Hold Regulatory Responsibility (RI) for the homes, maintaining strong governance and safeguarding standards Develop and implement improvement plans that drive excellence and positive outcomes Work collaboratively with senior leadership on growth and service development This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive organisation where quality care and staff development are at the heart of everything they do. If you re a confident, values-led leader ready for a senior operational challenge, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch in confidence for a more detailed conversation
Children's Home Senior Registered Manager Employer: Compass Community Location: Ledbury, Midlands, HR8 Pay: £52,000 to £59,500 per year Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: No Closing Date: 22/03/2026 About this job About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we'd like you to be part of it Here at Compass, we are looking for someone who knows how to make a house a home. We are currently expanding and have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and determined Children's Home Registered Managers. This opportunity will see you lead and inspire your own team. With your guidance, the team will ensure that the children living within the home have outstanding care, great role models and a safe place to call home We want the very best people managing our children's homes, which is why we are offering a £5,000 relocation bonus to anyone willing to move to take up this role This role offers a competitive base salary with the opportunity to earn up to £18,000 in annual bonuses, paid quarterly. Bonus eligibility is based on home occupancy and achieving a "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted rating. Qualifications Has a minimum of 5 years' experience in a position relevant to the residential care of children. At least 2 years in a role supervising and managing staff. Has their NVQ Level 3 In Children and Young People's Workforce. Has their Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England). Has achieved a "Good" or "Outstanding" grade within recent Ofsted Inspections. What makes Compass different? A designated psychologist within each homes and community. A dedicated education service. Industry-leading training and support with renowned psychologists. Direct therapeutic work with children. A member of Community of Communities. Child-centred budgets and homes decorated to the highest standard. Supportive and reliable on-call system. A wide range of organisational support from IT, HR and Marketing and bespoke database systems, giving you the time to do what is important within your home. Why work for Compass? A competitive salary which includes a range of performance-related bonuses. Up to £5,000 relocation package if you relocate in order to take this role. Annual leave starts at 26 days, in addition to bank holidays, and increases to 28 days following two years of continuous service (Capped at 28 days). Receive an additional 3.5 days of leave (one for your birthday, one for health and wellbeing, one to volunteer and a half day for festive celebrations). Receive £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years) and £600 (10 years) service awards, plus up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practice. Receive support through your Ofsted inspections. Training options for Level 7 and therapeutic training qualifications. Engagement days, individual team building and house holidays. An experienced staff team of your choice with a Deputy Manager, Seniors and Support Workers. With MediCash, receive cash back for medical and wellbeing appointments such as dental treatment/check-ups, optical care, physiotherapy and more. Group Life Assurance Scheme: upon successful completion of your probation review, 3 times your annual salary will be provided to your designated beneficiary, should you die whilst employed at Compass. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We have excellent internal frameworks including REACH and GRACE which all contribute towards your day-to-day job role. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Children's Home Senior Registered Manager Employer: Compass Community Location: Ledbury, Midlands, HR8 Pay: £52,000 to £59,500 per year Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: No Closing Date: 22/03/2026 About this job About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we'd like you to be part of it Here at Compass, we are looking for someone who knows how to make a house a home. We are currently expanding and have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and determined Children's Home Registered Managers. This opportunity will see you lead and inspire your own team. With your guidance, the team will ensure that the children living within the home have outstanding care, great role models and a safe place to call home We want the very best people managing our children's homes, which is why we are offering a £5,000 relocation bonus to anyone willing to move to take up this role This role offers a competitive base salary with the opportunity to earn up to £18,000 in annual bonuses, paid quarterly. Bonus eligibility is based on home occupancy and achieving a "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted rating. Qualifications Has a minimum of 5 years' experience in a position relevant to the residential care of children. At least 2 years in a role supervising and managing staff. Has their NVQ Level 3 In Children and Young People's Workforce. Has their Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England). Has achieved a "Good" or "Outstanding" grade within recent Ofsted Inspections. What makes Compass different? A designated psychologist within each homes and community. A dedicated education service. Industry-leading training and support with renowned psychologists. Direct therapeutic work with children. A member of Community of Communities. Child-centred budgets and homes decorated to the highest standard. Supportive and reliable on-call system. A wide range of organisational support from IT, HR and Marketing and bespoke database systems, giving you the time to do what is important within your home. Why work for Compass? A competitive salary which includes a range of performance-related bonuses. Up to £5,000 relocation package if you relocate in order to take this role. Annual leave starts at 26 days, in addition to bank holidays, and increases to 28 days following two years of continuous service (Capped at 28 days). Receive an additional 3.5 days of leave (one for your birthday, one for health and wellbeing, one to volunteer and a half day for festive celebrations). Receive £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years) and £600 (10 years) service awards, plus up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practice. Receive support through your Ofsted inspections. Training options for Level 7 and therapeutic training qualifications. Engagement days, individual team building and house holidays. An experienced staff team of your choice with a Deputy Manager, Seniors and Support Workers. With MediCash, receive cash back for medical and wellbeing appointments such as dental treatment/check-ups, optical care, physiotherapy and more. Group Life Assurance Scheme: upon successful completion of your probation review, 3 times your annual salary will be provided to your designated beneficiary, should you die whilst employed at Compass. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We have excellent internal frameworks including REACH and GRACE which all contribute towards your day-to-day job role. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Children's Residential - Complex Trauma Services We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible children and young people through leading by example to other children's and young person's support workers. Essential Information £2800 to £3600 sleep in payments (based on 8-10 sleep ins per month) 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years 2 - 3 shifts per week inclusive of sleep ins. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Job role Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulations Planning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointments Assisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager To supervise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager Welcome a diverse culture in the home Creating a safe, family environment for the children Requirements You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulations Driving is essential due to locations of the homes You must have at least six months experience in Children's residential care and you must hold a relevant level 3 qualification Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company Over time paid at x1.25 Fully paid 10-day induction course Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Are you great at being calm in situations? Offering advice? A good listening ear and have the ability to show unconditional positive regard? Then we want to hear from you!
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Children's Residential - Complex Trauma Services We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible children and young people through leading by example to other children's and young person's support workers. Essential Information £2800 to £3600 sleep in payments (based on 8-10 sleep ins per month) 224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years 2 - 3 shifts per week inclusive of sleep ins. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Job role Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulations Planning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointments Assisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager To supervise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager Welcome a diverse culture in the home Creating a safe, family environment for the children Requirements You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulations Driving is essential due to locations of the homes You must have at least six months experience in Children's residential care and you must hold a relevant level 3 qualification Benefits Refer a friend payment scheme Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment Progression within the company Over time paid at x1.25 Fully paid 10-day induction course Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Are you great at being calm in situations? Offering advice? A good listening ear and have the ability to show unconditional positive regard? Then we want to hear from you!
