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Horizon Care and Education are looking for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team in our new childrens home in Salisbury. Do you want to create and build bright futures for young lives? Bright Futures, Inspired By You. At Horizon, we believe that each young person is unique and should be enabled to feel confident about their future, no matter what they have been through in life. A full UK driving licence is needed for this role About the role: As a Residential Support Worker, you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including: Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills. Providing support with morning routines such as getting ready for school and making sure they have a good breakfast. Preparing evening meals and ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home. Supporting young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want to hear from you! How you'll be rewarded: Real Living Wage employer Competitive pay rates Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards - earn up to 2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave. Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions! Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period. Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme - free, confidential support. Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We're in this together. Supportive management and senior leaders. High quality CPD opportunities. Free eye checks. To start your journey with Horizon, apply now! Horizon Care and Education are committed to providing equal opportunities and we endeavour to provide an inclusive and safe working culture for all. INRCW

Horizon Care and Education are looking for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team! Do you want to create and build bright futures for young lives? Bright Futures, Inspired By You. At Horizon, we believe that each young person is unique and should be enabled to feel confident about their future, no matter what they have been through in life. A full UK driving licence is needed for this role About the role: As a Residential Support Worker, you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including: Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills. Providing support with morning routines such as getting ready for school and making sure they have a good breakfast. Preparing evening meals and ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home. Supporting young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want to hear from you! How you'll be rewarded: Real Living Wage employer Competitive pay rates Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards - earn up to 2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave. Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions! Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period. Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme - free, confidential support. Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We're in this together. Supportive management and senior leaders. High quality CPD opportunities. Free eye checks. To start your journey with Horizon, apply now! Horizon Care and Education are committed to providing equal opportunities and we endeavour to provide an inclusive and safe working culture for all. INRCW

Head of Residential Services Location: Aylesbury Overview Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to lead our Residential Services. This role is a key post to delivering our ambitious new programme of investment in in-house provision for our looked after children. Over the next three years, we plan to increase our residential provisions from nine to twenty-four and bring an additional 75 foster carer placements on board to achieve the best outcomes for our children and young people. We are looking for a candidate who is not only qualified and experienced but also passionate about commitment to equality and positive outcomes for all children and young people. About us Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. Buckinghamshire is an ambitious, rapidly growing county, and our economy is one of the strongest in the country. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty and ranks as one of the top rural areas to live in the UK and yet it is incredibly well connected- only an hour from London on the train. The county has a rich history and heritage and is the birthplace of the international Paralympic movement. We are looking for motivated, ambitious and inspiring people to join us on our journey. You will be entitled to a range of different benefits to make sure you are happy both at work and at home. About the role The role of the Head of Residential Services is a key post to this new residential offer. This includes the operational management and leadership of the current and new Children's Homes provisions, acting as the Ofsted Responsible Individual for the Council's residential portfolio, and leading the operational set-up, including recruitment and Ofsted registration. Some of the key responsibilities are below; Operational management and leadership of the current and new Children's Homes provisions. Act as the Ofsted Responsible Individual for the Council's residential portfolio. Guide the identification of suitable properties, set standards for renovation, and lead the operational set-up, including recruitment and Ofsted registration. Develop an Academy model to support staff recruitment and retention. Ensure high standards of care and compliance with regulatory expectations. Manage budgets and ensure financial compliance. Lead a high-performing team of Operational Managers and Heads of Home. For further information refer to the job summary. Any-Desk: As an 'any-desk' worker, you'll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. About you We are looking for a candidate who is not only qualified and experienced in the below but also passionate about commitment to equality and positive outcomes for all children and young people. Managerial Experience: Substantial experience in a managerial role within a children's residential setting, including experience from a Local Authority, Voluntary, or Privately owned Children's Residential provision. Ofsted Knowledge: A minimum of 3 years' experience of being an Ofsted Registered Manager/Responsible Individual, with extensive knowledge of the Children's Home Regulations 2015 and the Guide to Children's Homes. Service Planning and Delivery: Proven experience in service planning and delivery, including relevant project management experience of setting up children's homes in line with the Children's Homes Regulations. Legislative Knowledge: Expert knowledge of all statutory, procedural, and legislative frameworks, systems, and initiatives relevant to residential provision. Strategic Experience: Relevant strategic experience, including the ability to work alongside the senior leadership team and provide regular updates in respect of Ofsted inspections. People Management: Proven people management skills within a residential setting, including motivating, directing, delegating, and performance management. Relationship Building: Authority and credibility to build relationships, influence, and engage successfully with colleagues, partners, and clients at all levels in complex situations. For further information refer to the job summary. Other information Salary - £85,000 up to £87,150. If you would like to have an informal conversation to find out more about this role, please contact Joanne Parker at Closing date: 8th December 2024 We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent convictions and conditional cautions All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled 'Exceptions Order'). Our values and culture We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: a fair and inclusive culture the chance to really make a difference to those around you health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. About the Business Unit Buckinghamshire is a successful, growing place with fantastic natural assets, a highly productive economy and many resourceful and thriving communities. However, we are far from complacent and our new and ambitious unitary authority is well placed to tackle the challenges associated with growth, an aging population, climate change and inequalities in both opportunities and outcomes - particularly for our children and young people. Children's Services is on an improvement journey and as our very recent Ofsted report shows, we have continued to improve despite the pressures of the pandemic and have built solid foundations for future success. Relationships with partners are strong and our collective response to the pandemic has strengthened and deepened our work together. We have a big, ambitious agenda for Buckinghamshire, and our teams work collaboratively and at pace to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people across the county. We are looking for talented and driven individuals to help us achieve the best outcomes for our children, young people and families in Buckinghamshire. Our key priorities include continuing to protect vulnerable children and young people from harm, whilst sustaining an environment where social work practice can thrive. Through our vital work with our partners, including The Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Childrens Partnership, we continue to improve our collective response to children and young people who have been exposed to domestic abuse, exploitation, substance misuse and mental health issues. No matter what role you take on in our Children's services, you will be part of a team who is dedicated to supporting children and their families to achieve their full potential. We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. 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Being a Senior Mental Health Support Worker (also known as "Children's Coach and Coach - Day Shift") at SuperCare - Ilford Ltd offers a fulfilling chance to positively influence the lives of vulnerable children and young people. In this role, you'll help them become more independent, succeed in their education, and grow personally through various enjoyable activities in a safe environment. You'll collaborate closely with young people, their families, social workers, and other organizations to ensure everyone's needs are addressed, making their transition to adulthood smooth. Main Duties: Direct work with young people, key working and generally taking an active part in providing day to day care & support on a shift work basis. Working in partnership with young people, their social worker and careers and other relevant agencies. To co-ordinate, monitor and review Care Plans for all allocated young people preparing to make the transition to adulthood and greater independence. Taking responsibility for the upkeep of the establishment with regard to health and safety and primary care issues, as well as making autonomous decisions about individual young people's requests and behaviour whilst on shift. Administrative work and record keeping associated with key working responsibilities and the daily running of the home. To ensure that young people carry as much responsibility for their own lives as they can reasonably and demonstrably be expected to carry, keeping them informed of their circumstances and rights, involving them in planning their lives, supporting them and helping them towards taking greater control and responsibility. Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and report these effectively Attending to their day to day needs which is not limited to bathing, feeding, cooking for the young people. Household Responsibilities: To share in the practical activities necessary to maintain the House. To care for the fabric, equipment and overall environment To be accountable for moneys allocated for specific purposes. Reporting repairs and ensuring that necessary actions are taken. Personal: To act as a role model and guide for young people setting principles and examples To keep abreast of good practice in order to develop skills, knowledge and experience, in accordance with a personal development plan. To make use of regular professional supervision To report to a line manager, or other appropriate person, malpractice or evidence which may suggest it. Additional Duties: To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by management. To work shifts including weekends and bank holidays on a Rota basis as required Flexibility to work at other properties as directed by management. This job description outlines the general ways in which it is expected you will meet the overall requirements of the post. The list of tasks is not an exclusive one and duties may vary from time to time. We follow Safer Recruitment measures. You should expect to provide adequate DBS information and personal information to prove your address and person. You will be subject to enhanced DBS checks before being offered a placement and should be prepared to volunteer any relevant information on request. You will receive regular and on going micro training in order to perform your role to your absolute best. Your training will include 36 days face to face training per year with our external training specialist. We encourage internal promotions so will expect you to enter your level 3 or level 5 in an appropriate timescale. This job description is subject to regular review. Requirements to be successful: Experience of working with children / young people in Ofsted environment (important) Level 3 CYPW or above (essential) Enhanced DBS Check, and on the update service (essential) Ability to drive. Smart and agile to handle the daily needs and activities of the young people. Why should you work for SuperCare? We're on a mission to be the number 1 provider of children's homes in London and the South East. Our commitment to supporting and empowering our staff helps us build incredible teams of caring professionals that want to grow their careers with SuperCare, as backed up by our 98% staff retention rate! As a member of SuperCare you'll get: Our "1 Day on 2 Days Off" rota Private health insurance and 24/7 GP access Gym membership stipend per month, so you can choose where you gym! Best-in-class compensation (we pay 20% higher than market rate) Fully-paid support to complete your Level 3 and Level 5 NVQ's (which will help you earn even more) Pension plan with Nest Access to our company bonus scheme And on top of that the opportunity to empower children with learning disabilities to be the best people they can possibly be! What more could you ask for? Apply now or visit (url removed) for more information about our team

Senior Practitioner Mental Health Social Worker/AMHP London Borough of Enfield Salary: SW Senior Prac AMHP up to £56,107 Contract: Permanent, Full time Job Reference: PEO-001274 Edmonton Community Mental Health Locality Team seeks an experienced Mental Health Social Worker/AMHP practitioner to fill vacancy in our fully integrated multidisciplinary Community Mental Health Team and to participate in our centralised AMHP Service Rota. Please note the salary quoted above is inclusive of additional increments paid once registered with Enfield to practice as an Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP). The Senior Practitioner starting salary until AMHP registered with Enfield is £49,551 - £51,522. The salary range once registered as an AMHP with Enfield is £51,522 - £53,607. In addition to this AMHP responsibilities also currently qualifies for a market factor supplement of £2,500 reviewed annually. The position provides an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner in a leadership role to contribute to the development, training and shaping of Mental Health social work practice and service delivery. The position provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner to demonstrate creativity to make a real difference in vulnerable people's lives; and to influence and shape the practice of community mental health social workers, AMHPs and aspiring AMHPs, along with supporting the practice development of junior social workers through professional Supervision, and Practice Education/AYSE Programs. We seek and imaginative and dynamic social work practitioner motivated to make positive contributes to the transformation of mental health social care, asserting social recovering and empowerment models, working in meaningful partnerships with service users, their carers, and families. You will make full use of person-centred assessment skills, using strengths-based and enabling principals, demonstrate coordination and planning skills, with a focus on prevention, recovery, wellbeing, and dignity outcomes. Enfield prides itself on having a supportive work culture with good working relationships with North London Partnership - Barnet, Enfield, Haringey, Camden & Islington Foundation Mental Health Trust, and stable management team that gives social workers the autonomy they need to deliver a first-class service to vulnerable adults, children and their families. If you're looking for an interesting challenge working within an integrated MDT setting, and looking for a rewarding position with good professional peer support/professional and clinical supervision, or just looking to influence and shape social work and AMHP practice; then this could, be it? Enfield is a beacon council in independent living for people with disabilities and is fully committed to the personalisation agenda in mental health. We offer a supportive learning environment through individual and group supervision, with excellent professional development and training opportunities. Employed by Enfield Local Authority and seconded to Barnet, Enfield & Haringey NHS Mental Health Trust, you will benefit from positive practical working partnerships between the two organisations. Enfield is situated in North London and is a culturally diverse borough with its ward's covering amongst 20% most affluent and deprived in the country, whilst featuring industrial, residential, and countryside areas. It has good transport links into Central London and easily accessible being adjacent to the M25 and A406 with good transport links to the rest of the country. Contact details - If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Debbie Morgan, Head of MH Services - or Lucy Omezi Community Rehab Team Manager/Head of Service - for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team. If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andy Kingsbury, Recruitment & Onboarding Advisor on or . Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 15th December 2024

Minimum age of Employment is 22 years old About the role: The role requires an individual with experience with working with young people in a residential setting with the ability to lead a shift and take responsibility of all aspects of the young people's needs and staffing support when on shift. We are seeking a calm and organised individual that has the core values of meeting the young persons needs and assisting in developing an exciting new team within a Therapeutic children's home. A minimum of a level 3 in Health and Social Care with young people or other relevant qualification according to Social Care Wales. The home runs of two different shift patterns as follows:1 full 15 hour day and a sleep in with 2 days of. Or 2 full 15 hour days with sleep in and four days off, both patterns equate to meeting a minimum of 158 hours per month and hours that go above this can be submitted as overtime. About you: Skills in understanding ACE and how to manage and support young people Ability to manage staff members of your shift ensuring they feel safe and secure. Correct and accurate recording within the home, and understanding and knowledge and young people's plans and paperwork. A strong passion for helping young people in need An ability to build supportive relationships with young people and staff team Good knowledge of CIW expectations and National Minimum standards for Residential Care. Must hold a Full uk driving licence and minimum age of 22. What you will do: Lead a full shift, supporting 3 young people and 3 residential care workers . Supervisions for staff you are leading. Assist the deputy manager in rotas, young people's plans, House paperwork. Support staff in creating a structured and nurturing environment for young people. Follow Policies and procedures for the home inlining with regulation from CIW and Social Care Wales.

Residential Support Worker At Horizon, we believe that each young person is unique and should be enabled to feel confident about their future, no matter what they have been through in life. Horizon Care and Education have an opportunity for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team in our home. About the role: As a Residential Support Worker, you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including: Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills. Providing support with morning routines such as getting ready for school and making sure they have a good breakfast. Preparing evening meals and ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home. Supporting young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities. You will need to be open to working in a reflective manner and deliver relationship-based, person centred care as part of a small team. This will involve a combination of day, evening, night, weekend, and bank holiday working. How you'll be rewarded: Real Living Wage employer Competitive pay rates Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards - earn up to 2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme - free, confidential support Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We're in this together Supportive management and senior leaders High quality CPD opportunities Free eye check If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want you to be part of our team. A full UK driving licence is needed for this role INDRESBAU

Residential Support Worker -Part Time At Horizon, we believe that each young person is unique and should be enabled to feel confident about their future, no matter what they have been through in life. Horizon Care and Education have an opportunity for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team in our home. About the role: As a Residential Support Worker, you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including: Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills. Providing support with morning routines such as getting ready for school and making sure they have a good breakfast. Preparing evening meals and ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home. Supporting young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities. You will need to be open to working in a reflective manner and deliver relationship-based, person centred care as part of a small team. This will involve a combination of day, evening, night, weekend, and bank holiday working. How you'll be rewarded: Real Living Wage employer Competitive pay rates Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards - earn up to 2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme - free, confidential support Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We're in this together Supportive management and senior leaders High quality CPD opportunities Free eye check If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want you to be part of our team. A full UK driving licence is needed for this role INDRESBAU

Residential Support Working- Learning Disabilities At Horizon Care and Education, we provide high quality care to the children living in our homes. We strive to provide a safe and loving environment for our children to flourish and thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced team in a therapeutically informed home for children with complex social and emotional needs/Learning Disabilities. Our unique SHINE (Supporting Healing In Nurturing Environments) Therapeutic Model will allow you to develop your practice using PACE and psychologically-informed trauma-responsive approaches to care. About the role: Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills. Providing support with morning routines such as getting ready for school and making sure they have a good breakfast. Preparing evening meals and ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home. You will need to be open to working in a reflective manner and deliver relationship-based, person centred care as part of a small team. This will involve a combination of day, evening, night, weekend, and bank holiday working. You will work in partnership with parents and other professionals and so you will need a good range of communication skills. Skills/Experience: You must have the appropriate skills and experience to perform and work within an environment that can at times require using your own initiative. You must hold or be already working towards or be willing to undertake and complete within 2 years of starting work at the home the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England). OR you should hold an equivalent qualification such as The NVQ 3 caring for children & young people and be prepared to complete any additional work to meet the required level. In return you will receive regular supervision and a commitment from us to your long term personal and professional development. This includes progression into management and senior leadership roles. Benefits: Real Living Wage employer Competitive pay rates Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards - earn up to 2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme - free, confidential support Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We're in this together Supportive management and senior leaders High quality CPD opportunities Free eye check If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want you to be part of our team. A full UK driving licence is needed for this role INDRESBAU

Horizon Care and Education have an opportunity for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team. Candidates must hold a level 3 in Children's and Young Peoples workforce qualification for this role A full UK driving licence is needed for this role Bright Futures, Inspired By You. At Horizon, we believe that each young person is unique and should be enabled to feel confident about their future, no matter what they have been through in life. There's nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves, have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them. How you'll be rewarded: Real Living Wage employer Competitive pay rates Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards - earn up to 2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave. Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions! Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development. Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period. Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme - free, confidential support. Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We're in this together. Supportive management and senior leaders. High quality CPD opportunities. Free eye checks. About the role: As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including: Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills. Providing support with morning routines such as getting ready for school and making sure they have a good breakfast. Preparing evening meals and ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home. Supporting young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want you to be part of our team.

Residential Support Worker - Part Time At Horizon, we believe that each young person is unique and should be enabled to feel confident about their future, no matter what they have been through in life. Horizon Care and Education have an opportunity for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team in our home. About the role: As a Residential Support Worker, you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including: Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills. Providing support with morning routines such as getting ready for school and making sure they have a good breakfast. Preparing evening meals and ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home. Supporting young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities. You will need to be open to working in a reflective manner and deliver relationship-based, person centred care as part of a small team. This will involve a combination of day, evening, night, weekend, and bank holiday working. How you'll be rewarded: Real Living Wage employer Competitive pay rates Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards - earn up to 2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme - free, confidential support Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We're in this together Supportive management and senior leaders High quality CPD opportunities Free eye check If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want you to be part of our team. A full UK driving licence is needed for this role INDRESBAU

The starting salary for this role is £35,730 per annum for working 36 hours per week. Due to internal development, we are delighted to be offering two opportunities for Senior Practitioners to join our fantastic teams based at Hornbeam Children's Residential Home in Walton-on-Thames and Extended Hope in Redhill. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Residential Worker to further enhance their knowledge and leadership skills, working alongside the team fully supported by management. Please note, internally the position is currently known as Portfolio Lead, however it is due to be changed to Senior Practitioner in the near future. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Roles As a Senior Practitioner in our Residential Service, you will provide pivotal support to our Deputy Home Managers, staff and team around the children and young people we support. You will lead the way in improving outcomes and ensuring that our home is a safe and nurturing environment where our children and young people can thrive. Senior Practitioner at Hornbeam This is a unique role where you will be at the forefront of working directly with children and young people through a mixture of individual and group interventions, whilst also working strategically to lead and develop your team and support high quality practice within our home. We are looking for an individual who can join our service to confidently lead our home and inspire the children, young people and staff within it. You will support the home by providing expert advice and creative opportunities to access resources that enhance the purpose and well-being of our children and young people within the parameters of national guidance, standards and regulations associated with statutory residential children's services. Senior Practitioner at Extended Hope Our home provides specialist care and support for children and young people who are experiencing emotional/mental health difficulties who access the home for short breaks. The Senior Practitioner will work with colleagues to deliver a multi-agency intensive support service for all our children and young people who access short breaks at the home. You will be involved in the following: Supporting the smooth running of Extended Hope short-breaks home. Facilitating the provision of planned and emergency placements, out of hours Bespoke placement arrangements Direct work with children and young people with complex mental health needs Shift-leading and promoting positive outcomes for all our children and young people On call - offering support to colleagues Practice and service development In all that you do you will ensure our services are compliant with national good practice, guidance, regulations and legislation, including Ofsted frameworks. You will also contribute to regular audits and inspections to ensure that we are effective and delivering key outcomes. In return for your expertise, commitment and experience we will enable your ongoing learning and development through a culture of high support and high challenge, and access to a range of learning and development activities. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence: A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or equivalent, with the expectation to work towards completing level 5 in Management and Leadership Your ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with children, adolescents, their families and professionals An applied knowledge of contextual children's safeguarding and associated issues Proven experience of multi-agency working Demonstrable competence in effective assessment, risk management and strengths-based care planning Experience of delivering statutory childcare services including the residential care of children and knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards As part of your application, you will be asked to submit a CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the skills and experience you have of providing children's residential care? Please tell us about any experience you have of multiagency working and why this is important. The work we do is very challenging (but rewarding). Using an example tell us about a time when you dealt with a challenging work situation effectively. What was the outcome and what did you learn from it? Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Residential staff will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 16th December with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Registered Childen's Home Manager - Therapeutic services Salary up to 60,000 depending on experience NonStop Social Care is currently working with a highly regarded Residential children's service in West Sussex. I am looking for a registered children's home manager to supervise the team and work on compliance matters. This is a new service thus an experienced manager is necessary to be able to register the home with Ofsted. The approch of the service is focused on the quality of care provided to children. Every care plan and all activities inside the home will be optimised for the children and trauma informed. The service was opened by a Registered Fostering Manager with over 20 years of experience in fostering and caring for children looked after. She has strong values and vision for therapeutic care services and would like to build a home with outstanding results for children and young people incorporating therapy into practice. If you are tired of the money orientated residential services out there and would like to work in a place that brings value and genuinely cares for the children then do not hesitate to apply. The registered children's home manager will have a lot of support in place from a house manager , 12 staff and legal person. Expert training will be available for all staff with a purpose to fully understand trauma, safeguarding. The home has space to care for 3 children who will be under age of 8 or 5 in primary school or infant school. There will be 3 residential childcare workers per shift supervising and safeguarding the home. A multi-disciplinary team will be working together to safeguard and build care plans for the children, such as teachers, therapists, psychologists. Responsibilities The registered children's home manager will be responsible together with the Responsible individual and the House Manager to oversee the home and run Ofsted compliance. The manager will be there to work to get the home registered and be involved in the hiring, applying the therapeutic, trauma informed values of the home. Please apply if: - you are a Children's Registered Home Manager - you have Level 5 in Leadership and Management and over 3-5 years of experience in children's residential homes Benefits Permanent contract, Full-time A lot of support from senior management and large team Therapeutic Home approach Lots of possibilities for learning and growing Focusing on quality of care High salary up to 60,000 Lovely community of people Child-focus and targeted services Possible start in January You can apply via this web-site or send it directly to (url removed).

Children's Home Deputy Manager Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Salary: 35,745.00 - 38,223.00 per annum Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Children's Home Deputy Manager to join an outstanding organisation in Leeds. Our mission is to provide best-in-class residential care for children and young people with complex needs, creating a safe and nurturing environment that fosters positive relationships and supports their development. About Us: Our organisation is driven by a shared ambition to ensure that every child experiences the childhood they deserve-one filled with fun, laughter, friendship, and discovery. Together, we aim to transform the lives of children and young people, leading to life-changing outcomes. What We Offer You: A Supportive Environment: You will be valued for your unique talents and contributions, fostering a sense of inclusion and belonging within our team. Career Progression: Your happiness and wellbeing are our priority. We provide award-winning training to help you reach your full potential and support you through significant life events, from parental leave to career breaks. Flexible Working Opportunities: Choose from part-time, term-time, variable hours, or homeworking arrangements that suit your lifestyle. What You'll Be Rewarded With: Tailored Benefits: Flexible benefits package that aligns with what matters most to you. Generous Holiday Allowance: With opportunities to increase your allowance as you progress in your career. Professional Development: Genuine investment in your career, including opportunities to complete relevant qualifications. Beautiful Work Environment: Access to top-notch facilities and amenities. What We're Looking For: Recent experience as a Children's Home Deputy Manager or as a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker. Level 4 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification). Full UK Driving Licence. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people and help lead a dedicated team, we want to hear from you! If you would be interested in this role or any similar roles please do not hesitate to contact Care on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Job Title: Senior Residential Care Worker/Team Leader (Children's Residential Care) Location: Burton upon Trent Salary: up to £32,587 per annum inclusive of £40 sleep in allowance About Us: 5ab Care is a provider of children's residential care services, dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people. Our focus is on creating a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive and achieve their full potential. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Residential Care Worker or Team Leader to join our team in Burton upon Trent As a Team Leader at 5ab Care, you will be responsible for providing leadership and support within our home. You will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained at all times. The role requires a compassionate and dedicated individual who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers. Ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met. Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people, and their families. Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing good quality care which is free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued Act as a role model and mentor to our Residential Support Workers, providing guidance and support as required. Assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of care plans and risk assessments. Ensure that all records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date. Requirements: NVQ Level 3 or above in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent. Previous experience working in a residential care setting with children and young people. Leadership and management skills. A compassionate and caring approach. Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and available for on call duties if required A full driving license is required for this role What we offer in return: Employee Assistance Programme 24 hour access to expert advice and compassionate guidance Private Healthcare scheme private GP, dentist and optician cashback, therapies and outpatient Competitive pay with additional sleep in rate (average of £4,800 p/year) 210 hours annual leave Double pay on shifts over Christmas and New Years Eve Exclusive discounts and deals through Wellbeing Solutions Cinema, shopping, days out and more! Eyecare vouchers Cycle to work scheme Service bonus at 2 years, 5 years and 8 years of service up to £500 100% training funded by employer (Inc. diplomas Level 3,4 & 5) Competitive salary with overtime at plus £2 p/hour Free DBS check Blue light card Referral bonus scheme Gifts for birthdays, wedding and new baby A great work/life balance Electric car scheme If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people click apply now! 5ab Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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