Summary We're looking for a Facilities & Support Services Manager to lead facilities management and business support services across a complex property portfolio. This is a key leadership role, ensuring safe, efficient and sustainable operations while supporting great experiences for visitors, staff and volunteers. Salary: £30,966 - £35,000 depending on knowledge, skills and experience. What it's like to work here Reporting to the General Manager, you'll sit on the Property Leadership Team and will work in partnership with other Head of Department leads to meet our operational and strategic goals. Helping to look after one of the most iconic family homes in the UK, an internationally-important plant collection in a beautiful Edwardian Estate and a Georgian Town House in the lively town of Westerham, with small and large infrastructure projects and new ideas for our houses, estates and buildings, you'll play a key part in shaping the direction of our places. Please view the attached candidate pack for more details. If you need the pack in an alternative format, please call . What you'll be doing You'll oversee facilities and business support services, ensuring compliance with health and safety, fire safety and security standards. Managing budgets and resources effectively, you'll deliver cost-efficient operations and lead on environmental initiatives such as energy and waste management. Your role includes leading a team of staff and volunteers, fostering a positive culture and maximising involvement. You'll act as the main point of contact for internal and external queries, maintaining strong relationships and delivering excellent customer service. Leading the Support Services Team, you'll oversee the team administrating our group bookings, private tours and supporter engagement work - working closely with the Visitor Operations Manager to deliver visitor budgets. As part of the leadership team, covering our 7-day a week operations, you will actively contribute to business planning and have duty management responsibilities. Who we're looking for • Strong understanding of facilities management and maintenance requirements • Excellent knowledge of health and safety and compliance legislation • Proven leadership skills, including team development and volunteer management • Experience managing budgets, projects and contracts effectively • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • Advanced IT skills and experience using asset management systems 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 Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Summary We're looking for a Facilities & Support Services Manager to lead facilities management and business support services across a complex property portfolio. This is a key leadership role, ensuring safe, efficient and sustainable operations while supporting great experiences for visitors, staff and volunteers. Salary: £30,966 - £35,000 depending on knowledge, skills and experience. What it's like to work here Reporting to the General Manager, you'll sit on the Property Leadership Team and will work in partnership with other Head of Department leads to meet our operational and strategic goals. Helping to look after one of the most iconic family homes in the UK, an internationally-important plant collection in a beautiful Edwardian Estate and a Georgian Town House in the lively town of Westerham, with small and large infrastructure projects and new ideas for our houses, estates and buildings, you'll play a key part in shaping the direction of our places. Please view the attached candidate pack for more details. If you need the pack in an alternative format, please call . What you'll be doing You'll oversee facilities and business support services, ensuring compliance with health and safety, fire safety and security standards. Managing budgets and resources effectively, you'll deliver cost-efficient operations and lead on environmental initiatives such as energy and waste management. Your role includes leading a team of staff and volunteers, fostering a positive culture and maximising involvement. You'll act as the main point of contact for internal and external queries, maintaining strong relationships and delivering excellent customer service. Leading the Support Services Team, you'll oversee the team administrating our group bookings, private tours and supporter engagement work - working closely with the Visitor Operations Manager to deliver visitor budgets. As part of the leadership team, covering our 7-day a week operations, you will actively contribute to business planning and have duty management responsibilities. Who we're looking for • Strong understanding of facilities management and maintenance requirements • Excellent knowledge of health and safety and compliance legislation • Proven leadership skills, including team development and volunteer management • Experience managing budgets, projects and contracts effectively • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • Advanced IT skills and experience using asset management systems 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 Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Greenfields as a Children's Home Registered Manager in Gloucester and make a lasting impact to young people About Us At Greenfields we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and support to children and young people through a multi-disciplinary approach. Greenfields is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. We offer care, education and therapy input in a nurtured, structured, stable environment with clear boundaries, focusing on the relationship the adults have with the children and a place they can call their home. About You We are looking for a Manager to open our new Children's Home in Gloucester, a beautiful new development to become home to four young people who are making sense of adverse childhood experiences. All of the Greenfields team work together to create an environment where children grow and thrive in reaching their full potential, as they embark on a pathway to a brighter future. You will lead a stable and motivated team to deliver high and consistent standards of care and support for our young people, ensuring they are kept safe, that you advocate strongly for them and their voice shines through everything we do. You will need a real eye for detail - understanding that our absolute commitment to the Safeguarding of our children and young people and the Quality of our service are the top priorities. You will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the statutory and regulatory environment for registered Children's Homes. You will have a strong track record of successful working with vulnerable children and young people. QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children's Services or equivalent, or be willing to start this within the first six months of starting. Greenfields is a unique business, where staff are committed and leaders are visible and supportive. You will need to balance a hands-on, practical approach with a creative and innovative style and the ability to respond with positivity and a 'can do' attitude. Bringing our plans to life will be challenging and intense but, with enthusiasm, creativity and a positive approach, the reward and satisfaction will be second to none. You will have a unique opportunity to shape and deliver our long-term strategy and our drive to transform the lives of all our children and young people. Company Values Friendly, passionate and caring nature Positive, pleasant and approachable Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas What we Offer Entry salary up to £52,500 per annum depending on experience. Welcome bonus £5,000 paid on successful registration. £5,000 annual bonus for achieving budget and quality measures. Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme. As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics. Free meals on shift. Refer a friend scheme' reward system - £1000 per referral. Annual Employee Awards Evening. Employee recognition schemes. CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend's grants.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Greenfields as a Children's Home Registered Manager in Gloucester and make a lasting impact to young people About Us At Greenfields we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and support to children and young people through a multi-disciplinary approach. Greenfields is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. We offer care, education and therapy input in a nurtured, structured, stable environment with clear boundaries, focusing on the relationship the adults have with the children and a place they can call their home. About You We are looking for a Manager to open our new Children's Home in Gloucester, a beautiful new development to become home to four young people who are making sense of adverse childhood experiences. All of the Greenfields team work together to create an environment where children grow and thrive in reaching their full potential, as they embark on a pathway to a brighter future. You will lead a stable and motivated team to deliver high and consistent standards of care and support for our young people, ensuring they are kept safe, that you advocate strongly for them and their voice shines through everything we do. You will need a real eye for detail - understanding that our absolute commitment to the Safeguarding of our children and young people and the Quality of our service are the top priorities. You will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the statutory and regulatory environment for registered Children's Homes. You will have a strong track record of successful working with vulnerable children and young people. QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children's Services or equivalent, or be willing to start this within the first six months of starting. Greenfields is a unique business, where staff are committed and leaders are visible and supportive. You will need to balance a hands-on, practical approach with a creative and innovative style and the ability to respond with positivity and a 'can do' attitude. Bringing our plans to life will be challenging and intense but, with enthusiasm, creativity and a positive approach, the reward and satisfaction will be second to none. You will have a unique opportunity to shape and deliver our long-term strategy and our drive to transform the lives of all our children and young people. Company Values Friendly, passionate and caring nature Positive, pleasant and approachable Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas What we Offer Entry salary up to £52,500 per annum depending on experience. Welcome bonus £5,000 paid on successful registration. £5,000 annual bonus for achieving budget and quality measures. Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme. As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics. Free meals on shift. Refer a friend scheme' reward system - £1000 per referral. Annual Employee Awards Evening. Employee recognition schemes. CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend's grants.
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Newmarket and make a lasting impact to young people as part of our Specialist Mental Health Services. We are looking for a Children's Home Registered Manager to assist the Head of Service in achieving the aims and objectives outlined in the Statement of Purpose of the Children's homes and addressing the wider needs of the site at Merida. This role involves managing a two-bedded home that caters to children aged 12 to 18 years who require additional support due to mental illness or concerns about their safety due to significant risks of self-injurious behaviours. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, which includes our on-site school, you will collaborate with the clinical team and teachers to support the children in their transitions from Merida, following the successful achievement of the goals set out in their care plans. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Entry salary up to £65,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. • £10,000 welcome bonus paid on successful registration. • Up to £10,000 annual quality and commercial bonus. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Comprehensive Induction . To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is a 2 bed Children's Home where you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans : Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team : Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation : Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers : Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns : Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders : Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings : Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture : Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Effective Commercial Managemen t of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. So can register with Ofsted. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organising, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving Licence: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Children's care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom tha
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Newmarket and make a lasting impact to young people as part of our Specialist Mental Health Services. We are looking for a Children's Home Registered Manager to assist the Head of Service in achieving the aims and objectives outlined in the Statement of Purpose of the Children's homes and addressing the wider needs of the site at Merida. This role involves managing a two-bedded home that caters to children aged 12 to 18 years who require additional support due to mental illness or concerns about their safety due to significant risks of self-injurious behaviours. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, which includes our on-site school, you will collaborate with the clinical team and teachers to support the children in their transitions from Merida, following the successful achievement of the goals set out in their care plans. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Entry salary up to £65,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. • £10,000 welcome bonus paid on successful registration. • Up to £10,000 annual quality and commercial bonus. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Comprehensive Induction . To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is a 2 bed Children's Home where you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans : Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team : Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation : Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers : Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns : Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders : Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings : Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture : Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Effective Commercial Managemen t of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. So can register with Ofsted. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organising, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving Licence: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Children's care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom tha
Are you an experienced Registered Manager or Deputy Manager, looking for your next opportunity in Residential Child Care? Pebbles Care is on the lookout for an OFSTED Registered Manager who can deliver outstanding outcomes for our children and young people. Your role will be on a dual-registration basis across two solo homes in close proximity. To join us in this new role, you will need a minimum of: Level 4 Children and Young People Practitioner Qualification (England) or Qualified to SCQF Level 7 / HNC (Scotland) or Level 3 Residential Childcare. Have worked for two years in the last five years in a residential child care setting, and have a minimum of one year's experience in the previous five years leading and supervising a team. A strong knowledge of safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and quality standards. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you! Your role and responsibilities as Registered Manager You will lead and inspire your team, maintain OFSTED compliance, and create a safe, nurturing environment where our young people can thrive. With full support from senior leadership and our in-house psychology team, you will have the resources to succeed. What we can offer you Your starting salary is between £46,331.00 and £52,123.00 per annum, depending on experience, qualifications, and training. Your working hours are 40 per week, Monday to Friday. You will receive a 10 % discretionary bonus per annum. 33 days annual leave per annum We will fund relevant and essential qualifications. Auto-enrolment into our salary sacrifice pension scheme (Scottish Widows) Private Medical Insurance Life Assurance / Death in Service x 2 basic salary Cash back health care plan (Medicash), allows you to claim for dental and optical treatments, discounted gym memberships, 24/7 access to a GP, free access to counselling and much more. Blue Light Card for store discounts An employee referral scheme Access to our employee salary sacrifice benefits platform - Enjoy Benefits What sets Pebbles apart from other care providers? We specialise in providing residential child care for vulnerable young people aged 8 to 18. Our mission is to continue to lead the way in offering bespoke therapeutic care and education to vulnerable young people. Our fifty-six homes across North England and Scotland are of an extremely high standard. We also have three well-established schools for children and young people. Our vision for 2026 includes innovative growth. We have a wealth of skills and knowledge to share with you, along with 22 years of experience supporting young people in unlocking brighter futures. Pebbles offers excellent employee benefits and discounts that support your health and well-being. We also like to have fun and respect each other. Additional benefits and rewards Tailored interview process, based on your short pre-interview assessment. A full induction, including a detailed introduction to therapeutic parenting. Training in our therapeutic restraint program +Proactive Instant access to our employee portal and intranet page Quarterly newsletters We will pay for updating your disclosure certificate and professional membership fees if they are relevant and essential to your role. Essential qualities that we look for , Level 4 Children and Young People Practitioner Qualification (England) or Qualified to SCQF Level 7 / HNC (Scotland) or Level 3 Residential Childcare. Two years of experience, within the past five years, working in children's residential care, One year's experience within the past five years, leading or supervising employees in a care home environment, Excellent leadership and relationship-building skills, Proficient verbal and written communication skills, A willingness to attain your Care Services Leadership and Management SCQF Level 10 (Scotland) or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Management (England) Highly responsible and accountable when it comes to safeguarding our children and young people, Exceptional knowledge of safer recruitment practices Proficient IT skills and experience in using Microsoft packages, A full, valid UK driver's license Desirable qualities that we look for include, Qualified or working towards Care Services Leadership and Management SCQF Level 10 (Scotland) or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Management (England) Knowledge of Therapeutic Parenting Are you ready to join our family? Do not delay! We operate a proactive recruitment process, and should a suitable candidate be identified, we may decide to close the recruitment process before the end date.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Registered Manager or Deputy Manager, looking for your next opportunity in Residential Child Care? Pebbles Care is on the lookout for an OFSTED Registered Manager who can deliver outstanding outcomes for our children and young people. Your role will be on a dual-registration basis across two solo homes in close proximity. To join us in this new role, you will need a minimum of: Level 4 Children and Young People Practitioner Qualification (England) or Qualified to SCQF Level 7 / HNC (Scotland) or Level 3 Residential Childcare. Have worked for two years in the last five years in a residential child care setting, and have a minimum of one year's experience in the previous five years leading and supervising a team. A strong knowledge of safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and quality standards. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you! Your role and responsibilities as Registered Manager You will lead and inspire your team, maintain OFSTED compliance, and create a safe, nurturing environment where our young people can thrive. With full support from senior leadership and our in-house psychology team, you will have the resources to succeed. What we can offer you Your starting salary is between £46,331.00 and £52,123.00 per annum, depending on experience, qualifications, and training. Your working hours are 40 per week, Monday to Friday. You will receive a 10 % discretionary bonus per annum. 33 days annual leave per annum We will fund relevant and essential qualifications. Auto-enrolment into our salary sacrifice pension scheme (Scottish Widows) Private Medical Insurance Life Assurance / Death in Service x 2 basic salary Cash back health care plan (Medicash), allows you to claim for dental and optical treatments, discounted gym memberships, 24/7 access to a GP, free access to counselling and much more. Blue Light Card for store discounts An employee referral scheme Access to our employee salary sacrifice benefits platform - Enjoy Benefits What sets Pebbles apart from other care providers? We specialise in providing residential child care for vulnerable young people aged 8 to 18. Our mission is to continue to lead the way in offering bespoke therapeutic care and education to vulnerable young people. Our fifty-six homes across North England and Scotland are of an extremely high standard. We also have three well-established schools for children and young people. Our vision for 2026 includes innovative growth. We have a wealth of skills and knowledge to share with you, along with 22 years of experience supporting young people in unlocking brighter futures. Pebbles offers excellent employee benefits and discounts that support your health and well-being. We also like to have fun and respect each other. Additional benefits and rewards Tailored interview process, based on your short pre-interview assessment. A full induction, including a detailed introduction to therapeutic parenting. Training in our therapeutic restraint program +Proactive Instant access to our employee portal and intranet page Quarterly newsletters We will pay for updating your disclosure certificate and professional membership fees if they are relevant and essential to your role. Essential qualities that we look for , Level 4 Children and Young People Practitioner Qualification (England) or Qualified to SCQF Level 7 / HNC (Scotland) or Level 3 Residential Childcare. Two years of experience, within the past five years, working in children's residential care, One year's experience within the past five years, leading or supervising employees in a care home environment, Excellent leadership and relationship-building skills, Proficient verbal and written communication skills, A willingness to attain your Care Services Leadership and Management SCQF Level 10 (Scotland) or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Management (England) Highly responsible and accountable when it comes to safeguarding our children and young people, Exceptional knowledge of safer recruitment practices Proficient IT skills and experience in using Microsoft packages, A full, valid UK driver's license Desirable qualities that we look for include, Qualified or working towards Care Services Leadership and Management SCQF Level 10 (Scotland) or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Management (England) Knowledge of Therapeutic Parenting Are you ready to join our family? Do not delay! We operate a proactive recruitment process, and should a suitable candidate be identified, we may decide to close the recruitment process before the end date.
Total package: Up to £60,364 - £73,808 per annum ( 7 bed children's home) PLUS 30% bonus accrued each year Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. As a Registered Manager you will make sure that the home environment can support this by ensuring both your staff and the young people feel secure, safe and motivated. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. This is all made possible because our service is holistic and touches on every aspect of our young people's developmental needs. From our Psychologists and Occupational Therapists to many other clinical team members who feed into the overall picture we achieve positive outcomes by having the most joined-up service in SEND. Get out what you put in By managing the day to day operations in the home and taking ownership of Ofsted requirements you enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. You will actively be involved with new referrals and be safe in the knowledge that you will be providing a home in the UKs leading provider of specialist education and care. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of 6-7 bed - £51,331 - £63,553 Bonuses: Bonus of 10% of salary reviewed annually, £2,500 on call bonus (approx. 10 weekends per year) and Attendance allowance £1,400 You also receive a long-term incentive plan - a bonus of 30% of salary accrued each year and paid as a future lump sum Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our regional managers have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Private Health Insurance and Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We'll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you're free to achieve your potential. Here's what we need from you; Experience managing an Ofsted rated Good or Outstanding children's home A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference Level 5 Diploma qualification in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
May 03, 2026
Full time
Total package: Up to £60,364 - £73,808 per annum ( 7 bed children's home) PLUS 30% bonus accrued each year Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. As a Registered Manager you will make sure that the home environment can support this by ensuring both your staff and the young people feel secure, safe and motivated. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. This is all made possible because our service is holistic and touches on every aspect of our young people's developmental needs. From our Psychologists and Occupational Therapists to many other clinical team members who feed into the overall picture we achieve positive outcomes by having the most joined-up service in SEND. Get out what you put in By managing the day to day operations in the home and taking ownership of Ofsted requirements you enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. You will actively be involved with new referrals and be safe in the knowledge that you will be providing a home in the UKs leading provider of specialist education and care. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of 6-7 bed - £51,331 - £63,553 Bonuses: Bonus of 10% of salary reviewed annually, £2,500 on call bonus (approx. 10 weekends per year) and Attendance allowance £1,400 You also receive a long-term incentive plan - a bonus of 30% of salary accrued each year and paid as a future lump sum Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our regional managers have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Private Health Insurance and Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you're at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We'll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you're free to achieve your potential. Here's what we need from you; Experience managing an Ofsted rated Good or Outstanding children's home A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference Level 5 Diploma qualification in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months Join the UK's best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
Are you passionate about supporting all students to achieve their personal best? Do you strive to empower your students to become confident, curious and compassionate learners? Do you believe that belonging and connection to one's peers and teachers are essential for academic and personal growth? If you answered yes to these questions, Oasis Academy Temple Quarter presents an exciting opportunity for you. The OATQ journey We opened our doors in September 2023 on the site of Oasis Academy Brislington, before moving to our purpose-built temporary home on Spring Street in Bedminster in January 2024. We are currently located less than 0.5miles from Temple Meads train station, at the heart of our vibrant city centre. In 2027, we will move to our permanent site, situated in Bristol's Temple Quarter development zone, one of the most exciting regeneration projects in the UK at present. Temple Quarter will become a world-class gateway to the region that unlocks the city of Bristol and the West of England's potential. A series of well-connected and thriving mixed-use communities will benefit new and existing residents, employees and visitors with new homes, jobs, infrastructure, and opportunities. Oasis Academy Temple Quarter will be at the heart of this development. Academy context Currently our Academy comprises of two-year groups, Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9. In September 2026 we will have 4-year groups with the following cohort sizes: Year 7 - 120 students - Your year group! Year 8 - 120 students Year 9 - 150 students Year 10 - 120 students When we move to our permanent site in 2027, we will have a PAN of 1600 students (1200 in Y7 - Y11 and 400 in sixth form), and we expect our cohort to be truly representative of the central part of Bristol, in all its diversity. To date, our students have bought into our culture and show pride in being part of OATQ. The Oasis Way is taught explicitly to students, and we are pleased to say that, so far, our students are responding brilliantly to the high expectations we set. The role The right candidate will join our team in Phase 2 of the academy's journey, alongside the founding staff body. The appointed candidate will work closely with our team of dedicated and motivated practitioners to continue to establish the culture, ethos, and values of a new free school. Job purpose: To work holistically and proactively to ensure that students are supported to achieve their potential To promote learner well-being and high standards of behaviour and attainment by providing 360 degrees of care, support and challenge for the students and families within your year group To promote positive attendance and punctuality through the Academy attendance strategy To provide professional support to vulnerable groups and their families helping them to access to multi-agency support. WHY JOIN US? The opportunity to run a weekly extra-curricular club of your choosing, and to share your hidden talents with students! Access to a laptop for all staff. The opportunity to further your career within the Trust and region. Access to Eye Care vouchers and a national Cycle to Work scheme. Access to Health Shield Cash Plan which can include 24/7 access to a GP, assistance with the cost and access to dental treatment, eye-care, physiotherapy, and chiropody. Trust wide recognition of the challenges to mental health, facing both staff and students, and the support of our National Mental Health Team which is staffed by professionally qualified Mental Health Nurses. Confidential Counselling services for you and those that live with you, should times get tough. A centralised behaviour system which will allow teachers to teach and learners to learn. Start Date: As close to 1st June as possible - we would like you to visit your cohort at their primary schools. If you are interested in applying for this role, please consult the Job Description attached. We look forward to welcoming the right candidate to join us on this incredible journey. Safeguarding Statement: Oasis Academy Temple Quarter is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about supporting all students to achieve their personal best? Do you strive to empower your students to become confident, curious and compassionate learners? Do you believe that belonging and connection to one's peers and teachers are essential for academic and personal growth? If you answered yes to these questions, Oasis Academy Temple Quarter presents an exciting opportunity for you. The OATQ journey We opened our doors in September 2023 on the site of Oasis Academy Brislington, before moving to our purpose-built temporary home on Spring Street in Bedminster in January 2024. We are currently located less than 0.5miles from Temple Meads train station, at the heart of our vibrant city centre. In 2027, we will move to our permanent site, situated in Bristol's Temple Quarter development zone, one of the most exciting regeneration projects in the UK at present. Temple Quarter will become a world-class gateway to the region that unlocks the city of Bristol and the West of England's potential. A series of well-connected and thriving mixed-use communities will benefit new and existing residents, employees and visitors with new homes, jobs, infrastructure, and opportunities. Oasis Academy Temple Quarter will be at the heart of this development. Academy context Currently our Academy comprises of two-year groups, Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9. In September 2026 we will have 4-year groups with the following cohort sizes: Year 7 - 120 students - Your year group! Year 8 - 120 students Year 9 - 150 students Year 10 - 120 students When we move to our permanent site in 2027, we will have a PAN of 1600 students (1200 in Y7 - Y11 and 400 in sixth form), and we expect our cohort to be truly representative of the central part of Bristol, in all its diversity. To date, our students have bought into our culture and show pride in being part of OATQ. The Oasis Way is taught explicitly to students, and we are pleased to say that, so far, our students are responding brilliantly to the high expectations we set. The role The right candidate will join our team in Phase 2 of the academy's journey, alongside the founding staff body. The appointed candidate will work closely with our team of dedicated and motivated practitioners to continue to establish the culture, ethos, and values of a new free school. Job purpose: To work holistically and proactively to ensure that students are supported to achieve their potential To promote learner well-being and high standards of behaviour and attainment by providing 360 degrees of care, support and challenge for the students and families within your year group To promote positive attendance and punctuality through the Academy attendance strategy To provide professional support to vulnerable groups and their families helping them to access to multi-agency support. WHY JOIN US? The opportunity to run a weekly extra-curricular club of your choosing, and to share your hidden talents with students! Access to a laptop for all staff. The opportunity to further your career within the Trust and region. Access to Eye Care vouchers and a national Cycle to Work scheme. Access to Health Shield Cash Plan which can include 24/7 access to a GP, assistance with the cost and access to dental treatment, eye-care, physiotherapy, and chiropody. Trust wide recognition of the challenges to mental health, facing both staff and students, and the support of our National Mental Health Team which is staffed by professionally qualified Mental Health Nurses. Confidential Counselling services for you and those that live with you, should times get tough. A centralised behaviour system which will allow teachers to teach and learners to learn. Start Date: As close to 1st June as possible - we would like you to visit your cohort at their primary schools. If you are interested in applying for this role, please consult the Job Description attached. We look forward to welcoming the right candidate to join us on this incredible journey. Safeguarding Statement: Oasis Academy Temple Quarter is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Caring for Communities and People
Swindon, Wiltshire
Every child deserves a loving home - help us to make this happen CCP is seeking to operate Children's Homes to provide safe, stable and high-quality residential care for children and young people, in partnership with Swindon Borough Council. We are looking for a Deputy Manager to help develop this exciting project alongside our Responsible Individual and Registered Manager. This is a great opportunity to help us shape the home from the beginning, ensuring it is person-centred, trauma-informed, and committed to providing outstanding care. CCP has over 35 years of experience delivering high-quality services, and we will be building on our three Ofsted supported accommodation registrations to help ensure that children who need care in Swindon have a home locally. We are looking for someone who can provide a safe, stable and supportive environment where children are valued and cared for. Supported by the Registered Manager and the Responsible Individual, you will receive the guidance and resources necessary to make the home a success. As part of your role within our home, you will: Support the Registered Manager in the leadership, management and day-to-day operation of the Children's Home Ensure the home meets all regulatory and statutory requirements Deliver high-quality, solution-focused care in line with Ofsted's Quality Standards Promote a culture where children's voices are central to all decision-making Bring creativity into everyday life by exploring fresh ways to engage, inspire and connect, whether through imaginative activities at home, within the community, or during problem-solving moments Demonstrate patience and consistency, supporting children and young people through challenges with empathy and a calm, steady approach, even when things don't go as planned Recognise and celebrate progress, especially the small steps and meaningful moments Support the development of practical life skills that foster independence, such as managing routines, shopping, cooking, communicating and making life choices Enhance overall quality of life by ensuring every young person feels safe, listened to and empowered to be themselves We are looking for someone with: Experience working with children, young people and families either as a deputy manager or senior support worker, with proven ability in leading a team Strong understanding of contextual safeguarding Good knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards Flexibility with regards to the rota and the changing needs of the children and young people A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare and a commitment to ongoing professional development A full UK driving licence and access to their own transport No two days are the same, and the work you will do is truly going to make a difference. It is about tapping into each young person's individual needs, personality and potential, and supporting them to move towards a brighter, more positive future. To recognise your hard work and commitment to the children and young people in our care, we offer a competitive benefit package. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children- providing stability, care, and hope for a brighter tomorrow.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Every child deserves a loving home - help us to make this happen CCP is seeking to operate Children's Homes to provide safe, stable and high-quality residential care for children and young people, in partnership with Swindon Borough Council. We are looking for a Deputy Manager to help develop this exciting project alongside our Responsible Individual and Registered Manager. This is a great opportunity to help us shape the home from the beginning, ensuring it is person-centred, trauma-informed, and committed to providing outstanding care. CCP has over 35 years of experience delivering high-quality services, and we will be building on our three Ofsted supported accommodation registrations to help ensure that children who need care in Swindon have a home locally. We are looking for someone who can provide a safe, stable and supportive environment where children are valued and cared for. Supported by the Registered Manager and the Responsible Individual, you will receive the guidance and resources necessary to make the home a success. As part of your role within our home, you will: Support the Registered Manager in the leadership, management and day-to-day operation of the Children's Home Ensure the home meets all regulatory and statutory requirements Deliver high-quality, solution-focused care in line with Ofsted's Quality Standards Promote a culture where children's voices are central to all decision-making Bring creativity into everyday life by exploring fresh ways to engage, inspire and connect, whether through imaginative activities at home, within the community, or during problem-solving moments Demonstrate patience and consistency, supporting children and young people through challenges with empathy and a calm, steady approach, even when things don't go as planned Recognise and celebrate progress, especially the small steps and meaningful moments Support the development of practical life skills that foster independence, such as managing routines, shopping, cooking, communicating and making life choices Enhance overall quality of life by ensuring every young person feels safe, listened to and empowered to be themselves We are looking for someone with: Experience working with children, young people and families either as a deputy manager or senior support worker, with proven ability in leading a team Strong understanding of contextual safeguarding Good knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards Flexibility with regards to the rota and the changing needs of the children and young people A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare and a commitment to ongoing professional development A full UK driving licence and access to their own transport No two days are the same, and the work you will do is truly going to make a difference. It is about tapping into each young person's individual needs, personality and potential, and supporting them to move towards a brighter, more positive future. To recognise your hard work and commitment to the children and young people in our care, we offer a competitive benefit package. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children- providing stability, care, and hope for a brighter tomorrow.
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Nottingham and make a lasting impact people as part of our team. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Sector leading salary depending on experience and qualifications. • £5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus. • Eligible to be a member of the Company's Management Incentive Plan. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is a three bed Children's Complex Care Ofsted home where you will: • Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. • Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home to ensure your success. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. • Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. • Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their childcare plan. • Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with National Minimum Standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. • Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. • Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. • Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to child care planning and review meetings as appropriate. • Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. • Effective Commercial Management of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or willingness to start within 6 months of employment. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Children's care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech' s goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Nottingham and make a lasting impact people as part of our team. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Sector leading salary depending on experience and qualifications. • £5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus. • Eligible to be a member of the Company's Management Incentive Plan. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is a three bed Children's Complex Care Ofsted home where you will: • Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. • Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home to ensure your success. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. • Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. • Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their childcare plan. • Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with National Minimum Standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. • Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. • Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. • Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to child care planning and review meetings as appropriate. • Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. • Effective Commercial Management of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or willingness to start within 6 months of employment. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Children's care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech' s goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as an Intake & Assessment Registered Manager in Acocks Green and make a lasting impact to young people as part of our specialist EBD services. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. We Offer sector leading care & sector leading remuneration • Entry salary up to £60,000 per annum DOE. • Welcome Bonus - £5,000 on successful registration • £5,000 Annual quality and commercial bonus. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Children's Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is to open an Intake and Assessment home where you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home to ensure your success. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Effective Commercial Management of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Childrens care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as an Intake & Assessment Registered Manager in Acocks Green and make a lasting impact to young people as part of our specialist EBD services. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. We Offer sector leading care & sector leading remuneration • Entry salary up to £60,000 per annum DOE. • Welcome Bonus - £5,000 on successful registration • £5,000 Annual quality and commercial bonus. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Children's Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted This is to open an Intake and Assessment home where you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home to ensure your success. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Effective Commercial Management of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations. Essential Requirements and Experience • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care. • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Cambian? • As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Childrens care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support. • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Torquay and make a lasting impact to young people. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Entry salary up to £45,000 per annum DOE • Annual quality and commercial bonus • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Comprehensive Induction: To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager of this solo Children's home you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Essential Requirements and Experience • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Choose Cambian? • At the core of CareTech, is our commitment to supporting our amazing Service Users and their families - each with their own needs, aspirations and infinite potential to experience the Extraordinary Every Day! • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. The CareTech family is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Torquay and make a lasting impact to young people. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Entry salary up to £45,000 per annum DOE • Annual quality and commercial bonus • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Comprehensive Induction: To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager of this solo Children's home you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Essential Requirements and Experience • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Choose Cambian? • At the core of CareTech, is our commitment to supporting our amazing Service Users and their families - each with their own needs, aspirations and infinite potential to experience the Extraordinary Every Day! • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. The CareTech family is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
Site Maintenance Manager Brook View School - Ribchester 40 Hours per week Salary: £28,500.00 per annum Cambian Brook View School is an independent specialist day and residential school providing a high standard of education for students aged 8-18 years old with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder and other related conditions. We are now looking for a Site Maintenance Manager who carries the responsibility for the management of the domestic repairs & maintenance upkeep of the premises, minor projects within the site complex and all compliancy needed for the running of the site. The Role: To ensure that all parts of the school environment are safe, welcoming, clean, hygienic, in good repair and sensitive to the needs of the students being looked after To provide, high professional standards of record keeping, and reports related to the site. To participate in and undertake regular audits of the quality systems as necessary. To undertake regular inspections and address matters which fall below required standard. To ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations and inspection standards, relevant to core functions, for this type of establishment. To ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations for Environmental Health and the standards of the regulatory body for inspections To take responsibility, and manage Maintenance Team, to provide effective and pro-active leadership, guidance and management.To be responsible for the effective deployment of staff on a day-to-day basis. Devising and maintaining work rotas to implement those duties.To liaise closely with the Regional Facilities Manager on larger projects and seek the Estates Manager's regular assistance with technical matters on repair, maintenance or improvement projects.To identify projects around the facility that will improve the image, functionality, operational or educational efficiency use of the facility for staff, students or visitors.To ensure that projects are completed within programme and budget, and that areas occupied by contractors / suppliers are left in good condition.To assist, when required, in the preparation of budgetary estimates. ? The Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children and adults in the UK. We provide a broad range of services across the UK including specialist education schools and colleges for residential and day students, residential care homes and a therapeutic fostering service. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share the information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Site Maintenance Manager Brook View School - Ribchester 40 Hours per week Salary: £28,500.00 per annum Cambian Brook View School is an independent specialist day and residential school providing a high standard of education for students aged 8-18 years old with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder and other related conditions. We are now looking for a Site Maintenance Manager who carries the responsibility for the management of the domestic repairs & maintenance upkeep of the premises, minor projects within the site complex and all compliancy needed for the running of the site. The Role: To ensure that all parts of the school environment are safe, welcoming, clean, hygienic, in good repair and sensitive to the needs of the students being looked after To provide, high professional standards of record keeping, and reports related to the site. To participate in and undertake regular audits of the quality systems as necessary. To undertake regular inspections and address matters which fall below required standard. To ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations and inspection standards, relevant to core functions, for this type of establishment. To ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations for Environmental Health and the standards of the regulatory body for inspections To take responsibility, and manage Maintenance Team, to provide effective and pro-active leadership, guidance and management.To be responsible for the effective deployment of staff on a day-to-day basis. Devising and maintaining work rotas to implement those duties.To liaise closely with the Regional Facilities Manager on larger projects and seek the Estates Manager's regular assistance with technical matters on repair, maintenance or improvement projects.To identify projects around the facility that will improve the image, functionality, operational or educational efficiency use of the facility for staff, students or visitors.To ensure that projects are completed within programme and budget, and that areas occupied by contractors / suppliers are left in good condition.To assist, when required, in the preparation of budgetary estimates. ? The Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children and adults in the UK. We provide a broad range of services across the UK including specialist education schools and colleges for residential and day students, residential care homes and a therapeutic fostering service. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share the information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Are you passionate about making a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have a therapeutic foundation and an understanding of the challenges faced by young people living in residential care?We are looking for a compassionate and committed Therapeutic Practitioner to join our residential care team, supporting children and young people aged 8-18 who have experienced trauma, neglect and disrupted attachments. Our homes offer safe, stable and nurturing environments, where therapeutic relationships, consistency and emotional safety are central to supporting healing, growth and positive outcomes.About UsWe are a values led organisation committed to trauma informed care and therapeutic parenting. Our residential homes are more than places of safety; they are therapeutic environments where children and young people are supported to thrive emotionally, socially and educationally. We work in close partnership with families, social workers and education professionals to ensure a consistent, holistic and child centred approach to care.The RoleWe are looking for a Therapeutic Practitioner to join our residential services, supporting children and young people with complex emotional and developmental needs to achieve positive outcomes.This is a front line residential role based within the home, working directly alongside residential support workers and under the guidance of our clinical team. In addition to delivering therapeutic care, you will provide on shift leadership, acting as a positive role model and source of guidance for colleagues to ensure consistent, trauma informed practice.You will play a key role in creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and highly therapeutic environment, promoting emotional safety, trust, and stability for children and young people. You will support staff to deliver high quality care, offer coaching and direction during shifts, and contribute to a culture of reflection, learning, and accountability.Our homes operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and you will work as part of a rota that includes day shifts and sleep in duties, ensuring children and young people receive consistent, responsive care at all times.Therapeutic Practitioners are responsible for delivering high quality, relationship based and trauma informed care, while also contributing to the effective leadership and day to day running of the home, including supporting staff practice, safeguarding standards, and overall service quality.Key responsibilities include:Leadership responsibilities:• Provide visible leadership on shift, ensuring high quality, safe, and person centred care.• Lead and coordinate shifts, including delegation of tasks, prioritisation during busy or crisis periods, and maintaining appropriate staffing ratios and skill mix.• Act as the first point of escalation for staff and make safe, informed decisions in the absence of senior management.• Monitor the quality of staff practice and interactions, offering coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback.• Undertake supervisions for RCW's in line with regulatory and organisational requirements.• Support staff development through informal observations, reflective discussions, and practice guidance.• Act as safeguarding lead on shift, ensuring concerns are identified, recorded, reported, and escalated appropriately.• Support the management of incidents, including initial reporting and reflective follow up with staff.• Assist the registered manager and care coordinators in the implementation of the statement of purpose.• Ensure ongoing Ofsted compliance and adherence to Cambian policies and procedures.• Support the effective running of the home and complete other reasonable duties as required.Therapeutic and care responsibilities:• Deliver relationship based, trauma informed care to children and young people, including keywork support.• Build consistent, therapeutic relationships that promote emotional safety, resilience, and positive outcomes.• Deliver therapeutic care under clinical supervision, working collaboratively with clinicians, care coordinators, and fellow therapeutic practitioners.• Facilitate key work sessions and contribute to care planning, goal setting, and progress monitoring.• Implement agreed therapeutic strategies and co facilitate groups where appropriate.• Support young people to develop independence and life skills in preparation for future living.• Work collaboratively with families, social workers, and partner agencies.• Role model trauma informed practice and contribute to a therapeutic culture within the home.About YouYou will be committed to relationship based, trauma informed care and motivated by making a genuine difference in children's lives.You will have:• A relevant degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work or a related field(a recognised therapeutic qualification is desirable
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about making a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have a therapeutic foundation and an understanding of the challenges faced by young people living in residential care?We are looking for a compassionate and committed Therapeutic Practitioner to join our residential care team, supporting children and young people aged 8-18 who have experienced trauma, neglect and disrupted attachments. Our homes offer safe, stable and nurturing environments, where therapeutic relationships, consistency and emotional safety are central to supporting healing, growth and positive outcomes.About UsWe are a values led organisation committed to trauma informed care and therapeutic parenting. Our residential homes are more than places of safety; they are therapeutic environments where children and young people are supported to thrive emotionally, socially and educationally. We work in close partnership with families, social workers and education professionals to ensure a consistent, holistic and child centred approach to care.The RoleWe are looking for a Therapeutic Practitioner to join our residential services, supporting children and young people with complex emotional and developmental needs to achieve positive outcomes.This is a front line residential role based within the home, working directly alongside residential support workers and under the guidance of our clinical team. In addition to delivering therapeutic care, you will provide on shift leadership, acting as a positive role model and source of guidance for colleagues to ensure consistent, trauma informed practice.You will play a key role in creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and highly therapeutic environment, promoting emotional safety, trust, and stability for children and young people. You will support staff to deliver high quality care, offer coaching and direction during shifts, and contribute to a culture of reflection, learning, and accountability.Our homes operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and you will work as part of a rota that includes day shifts and sleep in duties, ensuring children and young people receive consistent, responsive care at all times.Therapeutic Practitioners are responsible for delivering high quality, relationship based and trauma informed care, while also contributing to the effective leadership and day to day running of the home, including supporting staff practice, safeguarding standards, and overall service quality.Key responsibilities include:Leadership responsibilities:• Provide visible leadership on shift, ensuring high quality, safe, and person centred care.• Lead and coordinate shifts, including delegation of tasks, prioritisation during busy or crisis periods, and maintaining appropriate staffing ratios and skill mix.• Act as the first point of escalation for staff and make safe, informed decisions in the absence of senior management.• Monitor the quality of staff practice and interactions, offering coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback.• Undertake supervisions for RCW's in line with regulatory and organisational requirements.• Support staff development through informal observations, reflective discussions, and practice guidance.• Act as safeguarding lead on shift, ensuring concerns are identified, recorded, reported, and escalated appropriately.• Support the management of incidents, including initial reporting and reflective follow up with staff.• Assist the registered manager and care coordinators in the implementation of the statement of purpose.• Ensure ongoing Ofsted compliance and adherence to Cambian policies and procedures.• Support the effective running of the home and complete other reasonable duties as required.Therapeutic and care responsibilities:• Deliver relationship based, trauma informed care to children and young people, including keywork support.• Build consistent, therapeutic relationships that promote emotional safety, resilience, and positive outcomes.• Deliver therapeutic care under clinical supervision, working collaboratively with clinicians, care coordinators, and fellow therapeutic practitioners.• Facilitate key work sessions and contribute to care planning, goal setting, and progress monitoring.• Implement agreed therapeutic strategies and co facilitate groups where appropriate.• Support young people to develop independence and life skills in preparation for future living.• Work collaboratively with families, social workers, and partner agencies.• Role model trauma informed practice and contribute to a therapeutic culture within the home.About YouYou will be committed to relationship based, trauma informed care and motivated by making a genuine difference in children's lives.You will have:• A relevant degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work or a related field(a recognised therapeutic qualification is desirable
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Torquay and make a lasting impact to young people. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Entry salary up to £45,000 per annum DOE • Annual quality and commercial bonus • Comprehensive Induction: To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager of this 2 bed Children's home you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Essential Requirements and Experience • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Choose Cambian? • At the core of CareTech, is our commitment to supporting our amazing Service Users and their families - each with their own needs, aspirations and infinite potential to experience the Extraordinary Every Day! • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. The CareTech family is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Registered Manager in Torquay and make a lasting impact to young people. About Us At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children's residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What We Offer • Entry salary up to £45,000 per annum DOE • Annual quality and commercial bonus • Comprehensive Induction: To set you up for success. • Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager of this 2 bed Children's home you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Essential Requirements and Experience • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. • Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. • Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. • Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. • Driving License: Full UK required. Why Choose Cambian? • At the core of CareTech, is our commitment to supporting our amazing Service Users and their families - each with their own needs, aspirations and infinite potential to experience the Extraordinary Every Day! • All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. • A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. • As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. The CareTech family is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
Senior Divisional Facilities Manager - Caretech Childrens Services, Education CareTech Group- Estates & Facilities About CareTech and Cambian CareTech Group provide specialist Education / residential care across the UK. We support some of the most vulnerable young people in our communities. Our Schools exist to provide safe, stable and nurturing environments where children and young people can recover, develop and thrive. For the children in our care, the quality of the physical environment is not a 'nice to have' - it is fundamental. Our estates must be compliant, safe and resilient, but also warm, homely and dignified. Put simply: we should feel comfortable placing our own children in these environments. Role purpose The Senior Divisional Facilities Manager will lead the estates function for the Children's residential division (44 Sites). The postholder is accountable for statutory compliance, health and safety (premises), property condition, service continuity and the overall quality of the estate across a multi-site portfolio. The role provides divisional leadership to Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs 3Nr. & Maintenance Operatives 46. Nr) and works in close partnership with Principals, Regional Operations Managers and senior leadership (including Managing Directors) to ensure that standards are consistently achieved and sustained. Reporting lines Responsible to Director of Facilities / Group Estates Leadership (as applicable) Group Executive Director - Childrens services Direct reports Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs) and any divisional estates support roles Key interfaces Home Managers, Regional Operations Managers, Quality/Compliance, Finance, Procurement, Contractors/Suppliers On-Call Participates in an on- call Rota (e.g., one week in every Fifteen) to support critical incidents and business continuity Extraordinary days every day Registered address: Parkview, 82 Oxford Road, Uxbridge UB8 1UX Registered no. Key accountabilities This is a leadership role. Success is measured through safe compliance, quality of environments, predictable delivery and high-performing teams. The postholder will: Lead and develop the divisional estates operating model: cadence, standards, escalation routes and performance rhythm.Create a culture of 'right first time' delivery, where safety, quality and dignity are non-negotiable.Set clear expectations for RFMs and hold accountability through coaching, field leadership and structured performance management. 1.Statutory compliance, health and safety, and risk Act as the senior premises professional for the division, ensuring all sites are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.Own the divisional compliance position across statutory requirements (e.g., fire safety actions, water hygiene/legionella controls, asbestos management, gas and electrical safety, lifting equipment where applicable) and ensure robust evidence trails.Commission, review and drive closure of audits, inspections and risk assessments; ensure actions are prioritised by risk and closed to a defined quality standard.Provide decisive incident response leadership (e.g., floods, alarm activations, heating failures), implementing immediate controls and directing permanent remediation. 2.Quality of environment and customer experience Drive consistent, high-quality standards for repair, decoration, cleanliness and presentation so homes are safe and genuinely homely.Work with Operations to understand the lived experience of children and staff, ensuring estates solutions support safeguarding, privacy and dignity.Introduce and enforce divisional standards/specifications that reduce repeat failures and raise 3.CAFM system leadership and reactive maintenance control Take divisional ownership of the CAFM system (including job logging governance, triage, prioritisation and closure quality).Ensure RFMs and teams are using the system correctly: accurate categories, appropriate priorities, strong descriptions, and evidence on completion.Implement controls to prevent aged backlogs and repeat callouts; ensure jobs are closed properly with clear resolution notes and supporting evidence where required.Use CAFM data to drive performance: reactive ageing, first-time fix rates, repeat defects, contractor performance and compliance KPIs. 4.Planned works, projects and capital programme (CapEx) Build, maintain and deliver a rolling programme of planned works and property improvement, aligned to risk reduction and service needs.Develop clear scopes and high-level specifications; obtain competitive quotations/tenders in line with procurement policy.Control project delivery end-to-end: scope, programme, cost, quality, commissioning, handover, defects and warranties.Contribute to strategic asset planning and annual CapEx budgeting, prioritising based on risk, compliance, condition and operational impact. 5.Commercial management and budget control Own divisional R&M and CapEx budget governance, forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.Maintain strong variation control and challenge scope creep; ensure value for money and whole-life cost thinking.Work closely with Finance and Procurement to ensure correct coding, approvals and a clean audit trail. Provide clear, board-ready reporting to senior leadership (including Managing Directors) on compliance, performance, key risks, projects and spend.Represent the estates function professionally with regulators, inspectors, external agencies and visitors where premises matters arise. 7.People leadership, capability and performance Line manage RFMs and relevant estates staff: objectives, supervision, coaching and development.Build a divisional capability plan (skills matrix, training plan, competency checks) covering technical triage, compliance awareness and leadership behaviours.Measure and manage staff KPIs (quality of close-outs, responsiveness, compliance closure rates, stakeholder feedback, budget discipline).Promote a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement; manage underperformance fairly and promptly. Performance measures (examples)The role will be measured on a balanced scorecard. Typical divisional KPIs include: Statutory compliance: PPM completion rate; overdue statutory items; audit action closure (by risk rating).Fire safety: FRA action closure times; fire door and compartmentation remediation progress (where applicable).R
May 03, 2026
Full time
Senior Divisional Facilities Manager - Caretech Childrens Services, Education CareTech Group- Estates & Facilities About CareTech and Cambian CareTech Group provide specialist Education / residential care across the UK. We support some of the most vulnerable young people in our communities. Our Schools exist to provide safe, stable and nurturing environments where children and young people can recover, develop and thrive. For the children in our care, the quality of the physical environment is not a 'nice to have' - it is fundamental. Our estates must be compliant, safe and resilient, but also warm, homely and dignified. Put simply: we should feel comfortable placing our own children in these environments. Role purpose The Senior Divisional Facilities Manager will lead the estates function for the Children's residential division (44 Sites). The postholder is accountable for statutory compliance, health and safety (premises), property condition, service continuity and the overall quality of the estate across a multi-site portfolio. The role provides divisional leadership to Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs 3Nr. & Maintenance Operatives 46. Nr) and works in close partnership with Principals, Regional Operations Managers and senior leadership (including Managing Directors) to ensure that standards are consistently achieved and sustained. Reporting lines Responsible to Director of Facilities / Group Estates Leadership (as applicable) Group Executive Director - Childrens services Direct reports Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs) and any divisional estates support roles Key interfaces Home Managers, Regional Operations Managers, Quality/Compliance, Finance, Procurement, Contractors/Suppliers On-Call Participates in an on- call Rota (e.g., one week in every Fifteen) to support critical incidents and business continuity Extraordinary days every day Registered address: Parkview, 82 Oxford Road, Uxbridge UB8 1UX Registered no. Key accountabilities This is a leadership role. Success is measured through safe compliance, quality of environments, predictable delivery and high-performing teams. The postholder will: Lead and develop the divisional estates operating model: cadence, standards, escalation routes and performance rhythm.Create a culture of 'right first time' delivery, where safety, quality and dignity are non-negotiable.Set clear expectations for RFMs and hold accountability through coaching, field leadership and structured performance management. 1.Statutory compliance, health and safety, and risk Act as the senior premises professional for the division, ensuring all sites are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.Own the divisional compliance position across statutory requirements (e.g., fire safety actions, water hygiene/legionella controls, asbestos management, gas and electrical safety, lifting equipment where applicable) and ensure robust evidence trails.Commission, review and drive closure of audits, inspections and risk assessments; ensure actions are prioritised by risk and closed to a defined quality standard.Provide decisive incident response leadership (e.g., floods, alarm activations, heating failures), implementing immediate controls and directing permanent remediation. 2.Quality of environment and customer experience Drive consistent, high-quality standards for repair, decoration, cleanliness and presentation so homes are safe and genuinely homely.Work with Operations to understand the lived experience of children and staff, ensuring estates solutions support safeguarding, privacy and dignity.Introduce and enforce divisional standards/specifications that reduce repeat failures and raise 3.CAFM system leadership and reactive maintenance control Take divisional ownership of the CAFM system (including job logging governance, triage, prioritisation and closure quality).Ensure RFMs and teams are using the system correctly: accurate categories, appropriate priorities, strong descriptions, and evidence on completion.Implement controls to prevent aged backlogs and repeat callouts; ensure jobs are closed properly with clear resolution notes and supporting evidence where required.Use CAFM data to drive performance: reactive ageing, first-time fix rates, repeat defects, contractor performance and compliance KPIs. 4.Planned works, projects and capital programme (CapEx) Build, maintain and deliver a rolling programme of planned works and property improvement, aligned to risk reduction and service needs.Develop clear scopes and high-level specifications; obtain competitive quotations/tenders in line with procurement policy.Control project delivery end-to-end: scope, programme, cost, quality, commissioning, handover, defects and warranties.Contribute to strategic asset planning and annual CapEx budgeting, prioritising based on risk, compliance, condition and operational impact. 5.Commercial management and budget control Own divisional R&M and CapEx budget governance, forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.Maintain strong variation control and challenge scope creep; ensure value for money and whole-life cost thinking.Work closely with Finance and Procurement to ensure correct coding, approvals and a clean audit trail. Provide clear, board-ready reporting to senior leadership (including Managing Directors) on compliance, performance, key risks, projects and spend.Represent the estates function professionally with regulators, inspectors, external agencies and visitors where premises matters arise. 7.People leadership, capability and performance Line manage RFMs and relevant estates staff: objectives, supervision, coaching and development.Build a divisional capability plan (skills matrix, training plan, competency checks) covering technical triage, compliance awareness and leadership behaviours.Measure and manage staff KPIs (quality of close-outs, responsiveness, compliance closure rates, stakeholder feedback, budget discipline).Promote a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement; manage underperformance fairly and promptly. Performance measures (examples)The role will be measured on a balanced scorecard. Typical divisional KPIs include: Statutory compliance: PPM completion rate; overdue statutory items; audit action closure (by risk rating).Fire safety: FRA action closure times; fire door and compartmentation remediation progress (where applicable).R
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Spark of Genius as a Registered Manager in Danderhall and make a lasting impact. About Us Spark of Genius are a leading provider of education and residential care throughout the UK offering individualised pathways to empower and enable children and young people in joint venture with the local council. As part of the CareTech family, we work collectively to ensure every child receives the opportunities and care they deserve, we do this this with our belief that Every Second Counts! What We Offer £51,083 per annum Plus an achievable £5,000 OTE Bonus and £5,000 welcome bonus paid on registration Comprehensive Induction: To set you up for success Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Additional Benefits: Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: Employee Assistance Service Wellbeing Programme Recommend a Friend scheme Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager of this Children's home you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their childcare plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with National Minimum Standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to child care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Essential Requirements and Experience SVQ 4/SQF Level 9 Children and Young People and HNC/Academic equivalent qualification that meets SSSC requirements. Working towards remaining SSSC conditions eg (Management (PDA), Professional Care qualification (BA Hons Social Care, PDA) with no more than 6 months left to complete. A minimum of 2 years' experience at Assistant Manager level or a minimum of 4 yrs experience including a supervisory role/professional role and related experience. High standard of reporting and recording. Evidence of undertaking a supervisory role in relation to staff within a residential environment. Leadership and motivational skills. Wide knowledge of the needs of children and young people and an understanding of a myriad of intervention strategies. That leads to outcomes to support their individual care plan. Working Knowledge of legislation in relation to child care including National Care Standards, Children (Scotland) Act 1995, GIRFEC. Understanding the principles of safe guarding and child protection. To apply systems and processes within residential homes that are compliant with the national care standards and in line with the Promise. Driving License: Full UK required. ?Why Choose Spark of Genius? At the core of Spark of Genius/CareTech, is our commitment to supporting our amazing Service Users and their families - each with their own needs, aspirations and infinite potential to experience the Extraordinary Every Day! All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
May 02, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Spark of Genius as a Registered Manager in Danderhall and make a lasting impact. About Us Spark of Genius are a leading provider of education and residential care throughout the UK offering individualised pathways to empower and enable children and young people in joint venture with the local council. As part of the CareTech family, we work collectively to ensure every child receives the opportunities and care they deserve, we do this this with our belief that Every Second Counts! What We Offer £51,083 per annum Plus an achievable £5,000 OTE Bonus and £5,000 welcome bonus paid on registration Comprehensive Induction: To set you up for success Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Additional Benefits: Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: Employee Assistance Service Wellbeing Programme Recommend a Friend scheme Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager of this Children's home you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their childcare plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with National Minimum Standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to child care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Essential Requirements and Experience SVQ 4/SQF Level 9 Children and Young People and HNC/Academic equivalent qualification that meets SSSC requirements. Working towards remaining SSSC conditions eg (Management (PDA), Professional Care qualification (BA Hons Social Care, PDA) with no more than 6 months left to complete. A minimum of 2 years' experience at Assistant Manager level or a minimum of 4 yrs experience including a supervisory role/professional role and related experience. High standard of reporting and recording. Evidence of undertaking a supervisory role in relation to staff within a residential environment. Leadership and motivational skills. Wide knowledge of the needs of children and young people and an understanding of a myriad of intervention strategies. That leads to outcomes to support their individual care plan. Working Knowledge of legislation in relation to child care including National Care Standards, Children (Scotland) Act 1995, GIRFEC. Understanding the principles of safe guarding and child protection. To apply systems and processes within residential homes that are compliant with the national care standards and in line with the Promise. Driving License: Full UK required. ?Why Choose Spark of Genius? At the core of Spark of Genius/CareTech, is our commitment to supporting our amazing Service Users and their families - each with their own needs, aspirations and infinite potential to experience the Extraordinary Every Day! All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!
£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
May 02, 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
£43,424 - £51,209 (includes 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 Lavender Lodge School, 3 days per week. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience 'a life changing love of learning.' We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted. 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 Occupational Therapists 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 £2,000 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 Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with 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
May 02, 2026
Full time
£43,424 - £51,209 (includes 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 Lavender Lodge School, 3 days per week. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience 'a life changing love of learning.' We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted. 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 Occupational Therapists 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 £2,000 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 Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with 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
£45,123 - £53,603 (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 Luxborough Court School. Luxborough Court School is a purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5-19 with autism. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club's training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. 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 Occupational Therapists 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 Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with 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? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . 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
May 02, 2026
Full time
£45,123 - £53,603 (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 Luxborough Court School. Luxborough Court School is a purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5-19 with autism. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club's training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. 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 Occupational Therapists 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 Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with 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? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . 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
£45,123 - £53,603 (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 Luxborough Court School. Luxborough Court School is a purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5-19 with autism. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club's training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. 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 Occupational Therapists 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 Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with 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? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . 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
May 02, 2026
Full time
£45,123 - £53,603 (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 Luxborough Court School. Luxborough Court School is a purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5-19 with autism. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club's training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. 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 Occupational Therapists 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 Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with 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? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . 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
HR Advisor - Full time, permanent Location: Milton Keynes / Bromsgrove Salary: Up to 32,500 per annum dependent upon experience Benefits: 30 days' annual leave increasing to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Company pension scheme Life insurance x2 Employee discount scheme Free on-site parking Due to continued growth across our education provision, Polaris is recruiting an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to support our schools and education settings. This is a key role within a growing HR function, providing day-to-day HR and employee relations support to school leaders and managers, ensuring consistent, pragmatic and compliant HR advice aligned with education sector expectations. Based in one of our hubs in Milton Keynes or Bromsgrove with hybrid working, the role will involve regular engagement with schools and occasional UK-wide travel, including overnight stays where required. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working closely with school leaders, understands the pace and complexity of education environments and wants to develop their career within a purpose-led organisation. Key Responsibilities Provide first-line HR and employee relations support to headteachers, school leadership teams and managers across Polaris schools and the wider community. Take the lead on employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinaries, grievances and capability processes in consultation with the HR Business Partner. Advise and support managers on absence management, performance concerns and employee wellbeing matters. Manage employee lifecycle activities, including maternity and family leave, flexible working requests, occupational health referrals and reasonable adjustments. Support organisational change within schools, including restructures, TUPE-related activity and consultation processes. Assist with HR compliance and due diligence, ensuring personnel files and documentation meet safeguarding and regulatory standards. Support the review and implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are appropriate for school environments. Manage HR projects within the schools' remit and contribute to continuous improvement across the HR service. Build strong, trusted relationships with school leaders, acting as a professional and approachable HR partner. Ensure confidentiality, accuracy and professionalism at all times. About You You will be an organised and confident HR professional who can balance compliance with a practical, people-centred approach. Essential Skills and Experience Proven HR and employee relations experience. Strong communication skills with the confidence to advise and influence school leaders. Ability to manage a high volume and varied caseload. Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Confident using the Microsoft Office suite. Full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Desirable (but not essential) Experience supporting schools or education settings. Experience in a multi-site or regional HR role. CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards). Experience supporting complex or sensitive employee relations cases. About Polaris We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within our community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as leaving care services, children's residential homes, schools and education provisions and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. If this role sounds like it could be for you, we would love to hear from you. Interviews will take place on site (Milton Keynes or Bromsgrove depending on candidates' location), week commencing the 18th May. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Human Resources,
May 02, 2026
Full time
HR Advisor - Full time, permanent Location: Milton Keynes / Bromsgrove Salary: Up to 32,500 per annum dependent upon experience Benefits: 30 days' annual leave increasing to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Company pension scheme Life insurance x2 Employee discount scheme Free on-site parking Due to continued growth across our education provision, Polaris is recruiting an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to support our schools and education settings. This is a key role within a growing HR function, providing day-to-day HR and employee relations support to school leaders and managers, ensuring consistent, pragmatic and compliant HR advice aligned with education sector expectations. Based in one of our hubs in Milton Keynes or Bromsgrove with hybrid working, the role will involve regular engagement with schools and occasional UK-wide travel, including overnight stays where required. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working closely with school leaders, understands the pace and complexity of education environments and wants to develop their career within a purpose-led organisation. Key Responsibilities Provide first-line HR and employee relations support to headteachers, school leadership teams and managers across Polaris schools and the wider community. Take the lead on employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinaries, grievances and capability processes in consultation with the HR Business Partner. Advise and support managers on absence management, performance concerns and employee wellbeing matters. Manage employee lifecycle activities, including maternity and family leave, flexible working requests, occupational health referrals and reasonable adjustments. Support organisational change within schools, including restructures, TUPE-related activity and consultation processes. Assist with HR compliance and due diligence, ensuring personnel files and documentation meet safeguarding and regulatory standards. Support the review and implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are appropriate for school environments. Manage HR projects within the schools' remit and contribute to continuous improvement across the HR service. Build strong, trusted relationships with school leaders, acting as a professional and approachable HR partner. Ensure confidentiality, accuracy and professionalism at all times. About You You will be an organised and confident HR professional who can balance compliance with a practical, people-centred approach. Essential Skills and Experience Proven HR and employee relations experience. Strong communication skills with the confidence to advise and influence school leaders. Ability to manage a high volume and varied caseload. Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Confident using the Microsoft Office suite. Full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Desirable (but not essential) Experience supporting schools or education settings. Experience in a multi-site or regional HR role. CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards). Experience supporting complex or sensitive employee relations cases. About Polaris We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within our community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as leaving care services, children's residential homes, schools and education provisions and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. If this role sounds like it could be for you, we would love to hear from you. Interviews will take place on site (Milton Keynes or Bromsgrove depending on candidates' location), week commencing the 18th May. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Human Resources,
