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Deputy House Leader Our client's mission is to support young people from a variety of backgrounds, including (but not limited to) those with mental health concerns, care leavers, neurodivergence and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. They focus on fostering independence and personal responsibility, providing tailored services that empower people with the skills, resilience, and support needed to make informed decisions that positively shape their futures. Their goal is to enable them to pursue their aspirations and lead fulfilling, autonomous lives. The Role The Deputy House Leader will be responsible for leading and supporting young people with diverse abilities many of whom may have experienced trauma or Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in a supportive living environment. Our client's supported living accommodation properties offer a range of support, from high needs through to a move on model, all of which are designed with the young people at their heart and to ensure they develop the skills necessary for independent living. This role requires a trauma-informed approach, providing compassionate, hands-on assistance while promoting safety, stability, and empowerment. The Deputy House Leader will also support the House Lead in supervising a team of support staff, ensuring the highest quality of support is delivered and that the individual needs and wellbeing of each young person are consistently met. Duties: Oversee the implementation of individual support plans and risk assessments for each young person, in consultation with the young person, their professional network and trusted adults. Support the House Leader with supervising and directing the work of Support Workers, ensuring direct reports receive ongoing training and regular supervisions as well as giving new team members a thorough house induction, to ensure the delivery of high-quality support services to young people. Ensure compliance with all CQC and Ofsted regulatory requirements, including licensing, health and safety regulations, and national guidelines. Reporting of Health and Safety concerns, safeguarding incidents, and on-going maintenance issues to the House Leader / Service Manager as well as overseeing the maintenance of the physical premises. Foster a positive and inclusive culture at the facility, promoting residents' participation in community activities and events. To act as the on-call point of contact within a dedicated on-call team which is determined by a weekly rota basis. In the absence of the House Leader, to stand in as lead for the team and young people and act as a designated safeguarding lead for the home. Candidate Attributes and Desirable Skills: Level 4 Adult Social Care / Children and Young People or equivalent or working towards. Previous experience working with individuals with a range of complex needs, or other related populations, like in a residential or community-based setting. Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to supervise and direct the work of others. Strong communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with external stakeholders including family members, healthcare / local authority providers, and community partners. Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect residents' privacy and autonomy. As a 24/7 service which operates 365 days a year, the ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends if necessary is required. You will embody our client's values - PRAISE: Passion - Bring energy, commitment, and heart to everything you do, showing genuine care for the young people they support. Respect - Treat every individual with dignity, understanding their unique story and valuing their voice and choices. Advocacy - Stand up for and alongside young people, helping them access opportunities, support, and services they're entitled to. Innovation - Be open to new ideas and creative approaches that improve the way they work and the outcomes for young people. Sense of Fun - Create moments of joy and connection, making their spaces feel positive, welcoming, and uplifting. Empowerment - Support young people to build confidence, make decisions, and take control of their own lives In return you will receive: 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional days rewarded with long service. Regular supervision, support, and ongoing training opportunities. Support available for relevant health and social care qualifications. Gym membership. Health and wellbeing programme. Blue Light Discount card. Day off for your birthday (after successful completion of probation). Buy/bank holiday scheme (after successful completion of probation). Company sick pay. Interested? If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in somebody's life, our client would love to hear from you.

Do you want to work in a children s home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person s life? Apply today to join our client s team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day. They are seeking compassionate, resilient Senior Residential Childcare Support Workers to provide steady, nurturing care to the young people they support, while also guiding and supporting the wider team. The children and young people who live with our client have often faced difficult and sometimes traumatic experiences. At times, this can be expressed through big emotions, heightened behaviours or distress that may feel overwhelming. These moments require patience, resilience, and a calm confident presence, not only for the young people but also for the staff you will be supporting. As a Senior, you will play a key role in modelling therapeutic practice, ensuring consistency, and helping colleagues feel confident in responding to these situations. You will work directly with young people, building genuine relationships and using therapeutic approaches such as Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and PACE to help them feel safe, valued, and supported to grow. At our client, you re more than just a staff member you'll be a role model, a trusted adult, and a vital part of a young person s journey towards independence, wellbeing, and their full potential. Location: West Brom Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary: £30,000 £33,000 (excluding sleeps) Sleep-In: £50 Shift Pattern: The role operates on a 2-on-4-off shift pattern. Two contracted sleep-ins per month are included within the standard salary. What Our Client Offers: Competitive salary. 40-hour full-time contract. 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays). Full induction programme, including therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care. Funded qualifications including Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare with progression opportunities to higher levels. High quality training, regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for professional growth. A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is respected, individuality is valued, and every staff member feels part of a team. What They re Looking For: A minimum of 1 years experience in residential childcare, including shift leadership. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is required. DDP therapeutically trained or willing to complete the training within the probation period. Strong safeguarding knowledge and ability to respond effectively to concerns. Requirements: Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement). Must have the right to work in the UK. Full manual UK driving license. Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting. A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates. What You'll Be Doing: Lead shifts, ensuring the smooth running of the home and adherence to all care plans, risk assessments, and routines. Ensure the home environment remains safe, structured, and nurturing. Coach, mentor, and role-model therapeutic practice for Residential Support Workers. Embed therapeutic approached, including DDP and trauma-informed care, into everyday practice. Complete and review placement plans, 24-hour support plans, and other key records. Support incident debriefs and reflective practice discussions to strengthen team learning. Maintain positive working relationships with external professionals, families, and the wider community. Our client recognises that this role takes a lot, both emotionally and practically, which is why they invest in their senior staff. You will be part of a team where care is not just provided, but lived, where every decision is centred around the wellbeing and potential of the young person and where your leadership helps shape a culture of consistency, empathy and hope. Why wait apply now to make a difference every day!

Our client's mission is to support young people from a variety of backgrounds, including (but not limited to) those with mental health concerns, care leavers, neurodivergence and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. They focus on fostering independence and personal responsibility, providing tailored services that empower people with the skills, resilience, and support needed to make informed decisions that positively shape their futures. Their goal is to enable them to pursue their aspirations and lead fulfilling, autonomous lives. The Role The House Leader will be responsible for leading and supporting young people with diverse abilities many of whom may have experienced trauma or Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in a supportive living environment. Their supported living accommodation properties offer a range of support, from high needs through to a move on model, all of which are designed with the young people at their heart and to ensure they develop the skills necessary for independent living. This role requires a trauma-informed approach, providing compassionate, hands-on assistance while promoting safety, stability, and empowerment. The House Leader will also lead and supervise a team of support staff, ensuring the highest quality of support is delivered and that the individual needs and well-being of each young person are consistently met. Duties: Oversee the implementation of individual support plans and risk assessments for each young person, in consultation with the young person, their professional network and trusted adults. Supervise and direct the work of Support Workers, ensuring direct reports receive ongoing training and regular supervisions as well as giving new team members a thorough house induction, to ensure the delivery of high-quality support services to young people. Ensure compliance with all CQC and Ofsted regulatory requirements, including licensing, health and safety regulations, and national guidelines. Reporting of Health and Safety concerns, safeguarding incidents, and on-going maintenance issues to the Service Manager as well as overseeing the maintenance of the physical premises. Foster a positive and inclusive culture at the facility, promoting residents' participation in community activities and events. To act as the on-call point of contact within a dedicated on-call team which is determined by a weekly rota basis. Candidate Attributes and Desirable Skills: Level 4 Adult Social Care / Children and Young People or equivalent or working towards. Previous experience working with individuals with a range of complex needs, or other related populations, like in a residential or community-based setting. Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to supervise and direct the work of others. Strong communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with external stakeholders including family members, healthcare / local authority providers, and community partners. Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect residents' privacy and autonomy. As a 24/7 service which operates 365 days a year, the ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends if necessary is required. You will embody our client's values - PRAISE: Passion - Bring energy, commitment, and heart to everything you do, showing genuine care for the young people they support. Respect - Treat every individual with dignity, understanding their unique story and valuing their voice and choices. Advocacy - Stand up for and alongside young people, helping them access opportunities, support, and services they're entitled to. Innovation - Be open to new ideas and creative approaches that improve the way we work and the outcomes for young people. Sense of Fun - Create moments of joy and connection, making their spaces feel positive, welcoming, and uplifting. Empowerment - Support young people to build confidence, make decisions, and take control of their own lives. In return you will receive: 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional days rewarded with long service. Regular supervision, support, and ongoing training opportunities. Support available for relevant health and social care qualifications. Gym membership. Health and wellbeing programme. Blue Light Discount card. Day off for your birthday (after successful completion of probation). Buy / Bank holiday scheme (after successful completion of probation). Company sick pay. Interested? If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in somebody's life, they'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to oversee a children's home in Walsall. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential childcare and a passion for providing high-quality care and support to young people. Requirements 2 years experience OFSTED Experience Level 5 in Leadership & management or equivalent Full UK Driving licence Clear DBS Duties To manage the day to day operations To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of all our young people. To ensure that all young people's needs are being met and recognise changes in behaviour that may include updating young people's individual risk assessments/care plans. To ensure that the team are providing a safe environment that is meeting the needs of the young people that we are caring for. To undertake supervisions with senior support workers and residential support workers and recognise strengths and weaknesses within the team that need addressing to support professional development. To be proactive in responding to safeguarding concerns in the home and follow the correct processes in place. To assist the registered manager with interviews and safer recruitment checks. To complete the rota for the home ensuring that the correct staffing levels are maintained for each young person. To act as a key career or supporting key career for our young people and build good trusting relationships. To update care plans and risk assessments and put child focused plans in place to best support the young people to flourish and grow. To ensure that the team and young people are feeling supported in stressful situations. To develop and maintain good working relationships with other professionals To ensure that all policies and procedures as well as risk assessments are adhered to. To ensure that any safeguarding or child protection matters are reported to the registered manager. To ensure that any incidents, accidents or restraint forms have been correctly written and been passed to the registered manager within the agreed timescale. To be aware of the health and safety regulations particularly as related to the upkeep of the building and its surroundings. Please note we do not offer sponsorships at this time.

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

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

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

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

£34,274 - £40,640 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Childrens Homes means being a part of a young persons day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults an incredibly rewarding role click apply for full job details

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

Job Overview We are seeking a Deputy Manager to join a Children's and Young Peoples residential home in Telford. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential childcare and a passion for providing high-quality care and support to young people. Requirements 2 years experience with children in residential care Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young people or equivalent Full UK Driving licence Clear DBS Duties To support the Registered Manager in ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures in line with OFSTED regulations. To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of all our young people. To ensure that all young people's needs are being met and recognise changes in behaviour that may include updating young people's individual risk assessments/care plans. To ensure that the team are providing a safe environment that is meeting the needs of the young people that we are caring for. To undertake supervisions with senior support workers and residential support workers and recognise strengths and weaknesses within the team that need addressing to support professional development. To be proactive in responding to safeguarding concerns in the home and follow the correct processes in place. To assist the registered manager with interviews and safer recruitment checks. To complete the rota for the home ensuring that the correct staffing levels are maintained for each young person. To act as a key career or supporting key career for our young people and build good trusting relationships. To update care plans and risk assessments and put child focused plans in place to best support the young people to flourish and grow. To ensure that the team and young people are feeling supported in stressful situations. To develop and maintain good working relationships with other professionals To ensure that all policies and procedures as well as risk assessments are adhered to. To ensure that any safeguarding or child protection matters are reported to the registered manager. To ensure that any incidents, accidents or restraint forms have been correctly written and been passed to the registered manager within the agreed timescale. To be aware of the health and safety regulations particularly as related to the upkeep of the building and its surroundings. Please note we do not offer sponsorships at this time.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to oversee a children's home in Solihull. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential childcare and a passion for providing high-quality care and support to young people. Requirements: Prior experience setting up a new children's home OFSTED Experience Experience working with children with complex trauma, SEND, or challenging behaviour Level 5 in Leadership & management or equivalent Full UK Driving licence Clear DBS Duties To manage the day to day operations To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of all our young people. To ensure that all young people's needs are being met and recognise changes in behaviour that may include updating young people's individual risk assessments/care plans. To ensure that the team are providing a safe environment that is meeting the needs of the young people that we are caring for. To undertake supervisions with senior support workers and residential support workers and recognise strengths and weaknesses within the team that need addressing to support professional development. To be proactive in responding to safeguarding concerns in the home and follow the correct processes in place. To assist the registered manager with interviews and safer recruitment checks. To complete the rota for the home ensuring that the correct staffing levels are maintained for each young person. To act as a key career or supporting key career for our young people and build good trusting relationships. To update care plans and risk assessments and put child focused plans in place to best support the young people to flourish and grow. To ensure that the team and young people are feeling supported in stressful situations. To develop and maintain good working relationships with other professionals To ensure that all policies and procedures as well as risk assessments are adhered to. To ensure that any safeguarding or child protection matters are reported to the registered manager. To ensure that any incidents, accidents or restraint forms have been correctly written and been passed to the registered manager within the agreed timescale. To be aware of the health and safety regulations particularly as related to the upkeep of the building and its surroundings. Please note we do not offer sponsorships at this time.

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

Children's Home Registered Manager Job Reference: HCC623535 Salary Range: £48,948 - £54,423 per annum, plus Market Supplement of £3,000 per annum Work Location: Amani Children's Home, Dibden Purlieu or Cyrpess Lodge Children's Home, Basingstoke Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 30 March 2026 The Role: Become a role model and make a difference to the lives of children in Hampshire! This is an exciting opportunity to help shape, develop and manage an Ofsted regulated Children's Home in either Dibden Purlieu or Basingstoke, Hampshire. The homes consist of facilities to support and improve the lives of up to four children aged between 10-17 who may have experienced emotional trauma. Working within our Model of Care - Pillars of Parenting, we focus on each child's individual strengths to support them to develop and achieve positive outcomes. With support, children will experience the skill and expertise of Children's Services framework of trauma informed therapeutic intervention, with the goal of reuniting the child with their family or supporting their transition to independence. What you'll do: Using your extensive management experience, gained in a position relevant to the residential care of vulnerable children, and your high-level leadership and communication skills, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the delivery and continuous improvement of the service meets stringent quality standards. What we're looking for: In addition to a relevant professional qualification, you will hold the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or be prepared to complete this qualification, with support. You will also meet the 'fitness' requirements to register as the Manager (The Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Regulation 28). Following appointment, it will be a mandatory requirement to become Ofsted registered. In return, for your hard work and dedication Hampshire County Council can offer you an improved work-life balance through our excellent benefits package including: Access to Local Government Pension Scheme Between 25 - 28 days annual leave entitlement (dependent on Local Authority service) This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children's Services, references will be requested prior to interview. Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.