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Recruitment Coordinator Location: Bromsgrove Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Up to £24,625 per annum Benefits • 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays, • Company Pension, • Life Assurance, • Employee Discount Scheme, • Medical Cash Plan, • Free on-site parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as education, residential and leaving care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a motivated and organised Recruitment Coordinator who has a passion for pursuing a career within HR. As a Recruitment Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role between our hiring managers and candidates. Reporting to the Recruitment Manager, you will assist in the whole recruitment process, from advertising vacancies, coordinating interviews, making offers, and collating candidate documents. For the successful candidate, we offer limitless opportunities for you to develop and an attractive starting salary and benefits package. Role Responsibilities • Developing a good understanding of the brands within Polaris - what they do, their work culture and environment, • Ownership of vacancy adverts, including drafting and posting adverts, and monitoring the applications received, • Reviewing applications, screening candidates, and creating a shortlist of candidates for hiring managers, • Sourcing candidates directly, • Liaising with candidates over the phone and via email, and briefing candidates about the responsibilities, salary and benefits of the job, • Liaising with candidates and hiring managers to set up interviews, • Ensuring the hiring manager has all necessary interview information, including the interview questions and application forms, • Informing candidates on interview feedback, • Building rapport and delivering excellent customer service at all times, • Maintaining client and candidate confidentiality, • Completing various administrative duties relating to recruitment, • Collating all documents for successful candidates, in line with company and regulatory requirements, ready for HR to begin checks and references, • Liaising with HR with regards to the candidate onboarding process About You • Excellent communication and customer service skills, • Excellent attention to detail, • Strong organisational skills, • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and work independently managing own workload, • Experience working with the full Microsoft Office suite, • Previous experience in a recruitment/HR role would be advantageous, • Previous experience or knowledge of children's residential homes would be advantageous Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We reserve the right to close this advert early. PandoLogic. Category:Human Resources, Keywords:Recruitment Coordinator, Location:Bromsgrove, ENG-B60 4AD

Recruitment Coordinator Location: Bromsgrove Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Up to £24,625 per annum Benefits 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free on-site parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as education, residential and leaving care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a motivated and organised Recruitment Coordinator who has a passion for pursuing a career within HR. As a Recruitment Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role between our hiring managers and candidates. Reporting to the Recruitment Manager, you will assist in the whole recruitment process, from advertising vacancies, coordinating interviews, making offers, and collating candidate documents. For the successful candidate, we offer limitless opportunities for you to develop and an attractive starting salary and benefits package. Role Responsibilities Developing a good understanding of the brands within Polaris - what they do, their work culture and environment Ownership of vacancy adverts, including drafting and posting adverts, and monitoring the applications received Reviewing applications, screening candidates, and creating a shortlist of candidates for hiring managers Sourcing candidates directly Liaising with candidates over the phone and via email, and briefing candidates about the responsibilities, salary and benefits of the job Liaising with candidates and hiring managers to set up interviews Ensuring the hiring manager has all necessary interview information, including the interview questions and application forms Informing candidates on interview feedback Building rapport and delivering excellent customer service at all times Maintaining client and candidate confidentiality Completing various administrative duties relating to recruitment Collating all documents for successful candidates, in line with company and regulatory requirements, ready for HR to begin checks and references Liaising with HR with regards to the candidate onboarding process About You Excellent communication and customer service skills Excellent attention to detail Strong organisational skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and work independently managing own workload Experience working with the full Microsoft Office suite Previous experience in a recruitment/HR role would be advantageous Previous experience or knowledge of children's residential homes would be advantageous Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We reserve the right to close this advert early. TPBN1_UKTJ

Join Tyre Hill House Tyre Hill House is an aspirational residential family centre providing assessment and support for parents and children who need intensive, round-the-clock support while questions about parenting capacity, child safety and sustainable care are understood. Many of the families who come to Tyre Hill will have experienced adversity, trauma, care experience, domestic abuse, mental health difficulty, substance misuse, learning needs or social isolation. Our aim is to provide assessments that are safe, fair, structured and child-centred, while also giving parents clear support, teaching and feedback. We are strengthening our multidisciplinary model around families. This includes residential family support, social work assessment, psychology, parenting and early years expertise, domestic abuse, substance misuse, and dedicated support for care-experienced parents. Role Purpose The Domestic Abuse Specialist Practitioner will provide specialist domestic abuse expertise within Tyre Hill Houses evidence-led residential family assessment and change model. The postholder will help the multidisciplinary team understand the impact of domestic abuse, coercive control, unsafe relationships, trauma, fear, power, control and protective capacity on parenting, child safety and the childs lived experience. The role combines direct work with parents, specialist assessment, safety planning, consultation, staff support, contribution to formulation, recording and specialist input into final analysis and recommendations. Key Responsibilities Domestic abuse assessment and intervention Contribution to parenting assessment and capacity to change Direct work with parents Contribution to the Tyre Hill model Safeguarding and regulatory responsibilities MDT and formulation responsibilities Recording, assessment and evidence responsibilities Consultation, staff support and workforce development Person Specification Essential experience, knowledge and skills required: • experience of working as a domestic abuse practitioner, IDVA, domestic abuse specialist, family safeguarding domestic abuse practitioner or equivalent;, • strong knowledge of domestic abuse, coercive control, power and control, trauma, risk and safety planning;, • experience of working with victim-survivors of domestic abuse;, • understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on children, parenting, attachment, emotional availability and family functioning;, • ability to assess risk and contribute to safety planning;, • experience of working within multi-agency or multidisciplinary settings;, • ability to provide consultation and advice to non-specialist colleagues;, • ability to communicate complex and sensitive information clearly;, • strong written skills, including assessment, risk analysis and report contributions;, • understanding of safeguarding children and adults at risk;, • ability to work with parents who may feel scrutinised, ashamed, fearful, defensive, ambivalent or mistrustful;, • ability to adapt communication and intervention for parents with learning needs, neurodivergence or trauma histories;, • commitment to anti-discriminatory, inclusive and culturally sensitive practice;, • ability to maintain professional boundaries in an emotionally demanding residential environment;, • ability to use supervision and reflective practice appropriately;, • commitment to evidence-informed practice and continuous learning;, • IDVA qualification or willingness to undertake relevant accredited domestic abuse training;, • experience of working with childrens social care, child protection, pre-proceedings or care proceedings;, • experience of Family Safeguarding, FDAC, residential family assessment, family assessment centres or edge-of-care work;, • experience of working with parents affected by substance misuse, mental health difficulty, care experience, learning disability, neurodivergence or previous child removal;, • experience of working with parents who use harm, where this is within the practitioners competence and service model. Qualifications Essential: • Relevant professional qualification or demonstrable specialist training and experience in domestic abuse, safeguarding, social care, criminal justice, health, housing, children and families, or a related field., • Domestic abuse specialist training, IDVA qualification, or willingness to complete agreed accredited domestic abuse training., • Safeguarding children training at an appropriate level., • Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to domestic abuse, coercive control, trauma, risk and safety planning. Working Arrangements We welcome applications from candidates seeking a range of working patterns and contracted hours. Applicants should indicate their preferred number of working days within their application. We are open to considering a variety of arrangements and are keen to build a team with complementary skills, experience and availability. The final mix of appointments and contracted hours will be determined following recruitment and agreed in line with service requirements and the approved staffing budget. Next Steps For further information, please contact Julie Elias for a full job description. To apply, please send your CV and accompanying letter outlining how you meet the requirements for the role. The role will require a full disclosure barring service (DBS). Closing date for applications is Thursday 2 July 2026. We reserve the right to close applications earlier. JBRP1_UKTJ

Join Tyre Hill House Tyre Hill House is an aspirational residential family centre providing assessment and support for parents and children who need intensive, round-the-clock support while questions about parenting capacity, child safety and sustainable care are understood. Many of the families who come to Tyre Hill will have experienced adversity, trauma, care experience, domestic abuse, mental health difficulty, substance misuse, learning needs or social isolation. Our aim is to provide assessments that are safe, fair, structured and child-centred, while also giving parents clear support, teaching and feedback. We are strengthening our multidisciplinary model around families. This includes residential family support, social work assessment, psychology, parenting and early years expertise, domestic abuse, substance misuse, and dedicated support for care-experienced parents. Role Purpose The Parenting and Early Years Specialist Practitioner will provide specialist parenting, early years and child development expertise within Tyre Hill Houses evidence-led residential family assessment and change model. The postholder will support parents to understand and respond to their childs developmental, emotional and practical care needs, while contributing to the assessment of parenting skill, consistency, insight, learning, routines and capacity to sustain safe care. The role combines direct parenting work, modelling, coaching, developmental guidance, practical support, consultation, contribution to formulation, recording and specialist input into final analysis and recommendations. Key Responsibilities Parenting, early years and child development assessment Parenting intervention and practical support Contribution to parenting assessment and capacity to change Contribution to the Tyre Hill model Safeguarding and regulatory responsibilities MDT and formulation responsibilities Recording, assessment and evidence responsibilities Consultation, staff support and workforce development Person Specification Essential experience, knowledge and skills required: • experience of working as a parenting practitioner, family practitioner, early years practitioner, family support practitioner, childrens centre practitioner or equivalent;, • a Level 4 qualification or above in childcare, early years, education, health, social care, parenting and family work, or a related field;, • experience of providing structured parenting support to parents and carers;, • experience of modelling, coaching or teaching practical parenting skills;, • experience of working with babies, infants, young children and families where complexity, vulnerability or disadvantage is present;, • strong knowledge of child development, early years, attachment, routines, play, stimulation, safe care and parenting practice;, • understanding of the impact of parenting, routines, responsiveness and emotional availability on the childs lived experience;, • experience of delivering or contributing to parenting programmes, groups or individual parenting sessions;, • ability to contribute to parenting assessment, capacity to change and sustainability analysis;, • experience of working within multi-agency or multidisciplinary settings;, • ability to provide consultation and advice to non-specialist colleagues;, • ability to communicate complex and sensitive information clearly;, • strong written skills, including assessment, support planning and report contributions;, • understanding of safeguarding children and adults at risk;, • ability to work with parents who may feel scrutinised, ashamed, fearful, defensive, ambivalent or mistrustful;, • ability to adapt communication and parenting support for parents with learning needs, neurodivergence or trauma histories;, • commitment to anti-discriminatory, inclusive and culturally sensitive practice;, • ability to maintain professional boundaries in an emotionally demanding residential environment;, • ability to use supervision and reflective practice appropriately;, • commitment to evidence-informed practice and continuous learning. Qualifications Essential: • Level 4 qualification or above in childcare, early years, education, health, social care, parenting and family work, or a related field., • Safeguarding children training at an appropriate level., • Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to parenting, child development, safeguarding, family support or early years practice. Working Arrangements We welcome applications from candidates seeking a range of working patterns and contracted hours. Applicants should indicate their preferred number of working days within their application. We are open to considering a variety of arrangements and are keen to build a team with complementary skills, experience and availability. The final mix of appointments and contracted hours will be determined following recruitment and agreed in line with service requirements and the approved staffing budget. Next Steps For further information, please contact Julie Elias for a full job description. To apply, please send your CV and accompanying letter outlining how you meet the requirements for the role. The role will require a full disclosure barring service (DBS). Closing date for applications is Thursday 2 July 2026. We reserve the right to close applications earlier. JBRP1_UKTJ

£15.31 per hour PAYE 22.5 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday & Friday 7.5 hours per day) 3-Month Temporary Assignment (Potential Extension) Enhanced DBS (Children & Adults) on the Update Service Required Full UK Driving Licence and Access to a Vehicle Essential Are you passionate about supporting children, young people, and families to achieve positive outcomes? We are recruiting for a Family Hub Practitioner to join a dedicated team based at Holly Trees Family Hub in Redditch. This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with families, helping parents build confidence, supporting child development, and improving outcomes for children and young people aged 019, with a particular focus on early years and children under five. The Role As a Family Hub Practitioner, you will provide practical, tailored support to families through one-to-one interventions, home visits, group sessions, and community-based activities. You will work closely with partner agencies to ensure families receive the right support at the right time. Key Responsibilities Deliver one-to-one family support, including home visits and community-based interventions. Facilitate parenting programmes, workshops, drop-in sessions, and group activities. Support families facing challenges relating to child development, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and school readiness. Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and children to promote confidence and resilience. Engage vulnerable and hard-to-reach families, including those known to social care, teenage parents, care leavers, and families living in areas of high need. Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals, social care teams, and community organisations. Complete assessments, maintain accurate case records, and monitor outcomes. Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times. Contribute to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive Family Hub environment. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Experience working with children, young people, and families in a support, outreach, education, social care, or community setting. Knowledge of child development, parenting support, and family wellbeing. Experience delivering group sessions, workshops, or parenting programmes. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Experience working with vulnerable families and multi-agency teams. Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills. A proactive, compassionate, and flexible approach. Essential Requirements Enhanced DBS (Children & Adults) registered on the Update Service. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Ability to work onsite across Family Hub and council locations within the Redditch area. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of local children and families. You will join a supportive team committed to improving outcomes, reducing inequalities, and helping families thrive within their communities. To apply, please submit your CV today. TPBN1_UKTJ

A social work agency is seeking a Social Work Team Manager to lead the Safeguarding and Child Protection Team in Herefordshire. The role involves providing operational leadership, managing staffing, and ensuring high-quality safeguarding practices. Candidates must have experience in social work mana

Witherslack Group in Solihull seeks a Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our team. This role is vital for ensuring that our children with complex needs receive top-tier care and education. You will take charge of all safeguarding matters, working closely with multiple stakeholders to foster a safe

Caritas Recruitment is looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker for their Child Protection Team in Gateshead.

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Child and Family Practitioner in Fleetwood to support children and families in achieving positive outcomes. The role involves direct engagement with families, safeguarding responsibilities, and collaboration with social workers and partner agencies. Applicants

Support Worker - Ashtead About usAt Achieve together, one of the UKs leading providers of support for people with learning disabilities, autism, profound and multiple learning disabilities, deafness, hea

Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of learning disability care needs.We are currently looking to add a Relief Support Worker to our team in Bidford-on-Avon, Warwickshire.Relief Support Worker: - You will be sup

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Equilibrium Healthcare is looking for a motivated individual to ensure high cleanliness standards at Moston Grange Nursing Home in the United Kingdom.This role offers 16 hours per week at a rate of £12.Benefits include career growth opportunities, reimbursement for NMC registration fees, paid bank

Adhere to safeguarding policies and report any concerns immediately. Good understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and person-centred care principles. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

You will: Create a safe, nurturing and supportive home environment where children feel valued Support daily routines, education, hobbies and activities that build confidence and life skills Build stable, trusting relationships and be a consistent, positive role model Use calm, therapeutic and consis

Female Driver Support Worker Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker – Make a Difference Every DayAt Nurseplus, every shift you w

We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support.

Dimensions in Droitwich Spa is looking for a Support Worker to provide 1:1 and 2:1 support for adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities.The role involves a structured shift pattern with day shifts from 07:00 to 14:30 or 14:30 to 22:00, and may require alternate weekends.Join a dedicat

Lifeways Group is looking for a compassionate Support/Care Worker in Leyland, England.You will provide essential support for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs at Reiver House.This role offers the chance to grow meaningful relationships and help change lives.You'll wo

We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support.

Role Type: Support/Care Worker.We currently have roles available across the Brentwood area locations:.Hours include a mix of 08:00‑22:00, 08:00‑16:00, 22:00‑08:00; sleep‑in shifts and some night work may be required.You will work on a rota basis and shift patterns are assigned.Driving licenc

The Edmund Trust & Eddie’s is committed to diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding.

Are you looking for a diverse role that is fun, stimulating and rewarding every day? Creative Support is looking for a warm, reliable and proactive Relief Support Worker to join our friendly staff team in Redditch, Worcestershire.Here we provide quality care and support to individuals with a range

Lifeways Group in Brentwood is seeking a Support Worker for a permanent, full-time role.You will provide tailored support to individuals with various needs, including acquired brain injuries, learning disabilities, and autism, ensuring they can live more independently.The role includes personal care

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team in Bromham, Bedford as an enthusiastic and motivated Support Worker.This is more than a job-it's a chance to work alongside people with learning and physical disabilities, helping them reach their life goals and embrace thei

We are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Residential Child Support Workers to join our growing agency team supporting children and young people across residential childrens homes and supported accommodation settings. Key ResponsibilitiesSupporting young

Hollybank Trustees Ltd is seeking experienced Full Time and Part Time Children Support Workers to support children and young adults with various needs in Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas.

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd is looking for Male Support Workers in Trowbridge.The role involves supporting individuals with learning disabilities and epilepsy, ensuring daily routines and independence are maintained.You'll engage in various activities such as meal preparation and community outing

We are currently looking for experienced Full Time and Part Time Children Support Workers/PA's to work in our Supported Living Outreach Service operating in Southend and surrounding areas, supporting children/young adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health and Complex Care needs in th

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H Tempest is seeking Care Support Workers to provide dedicated support to young adults in South Ayrshire.The role involves assisting with personal care and daily living activities while working as part of a dynamic team.Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a manual drivin

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A community care provider is seeking Live In Care Assistants in Folkestone and Hythe.This role focuses on providing essential support to clients, assisting them with daily routines such as mobility, bathing, and companionship.Ideal candidates will have a caring and compassionate nature, with previou

A care home provider in Welwyn Hatfield is seeking dedicated caring staff to support residents with their daily living needs.The role involves delivering high-quality personal care, supervising junior staff members, and ensuring effective communication with medical professionals.Join a compassionate

At HFH Healthcare we meet the growing need for complex care by providing specialist nurse-led services to adults & children in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, working in partnership with NHS Continuing Healthcare teams, our enhanced level of specialist clinical support, enables peopl

Priory Group is seeking a Bank Healthcare Assistant at Ty Cwm Rhondda, a mental health facility in Wales.This role requires supporting qualified staff and providing compassionate care to patients, assisting them with personal needs, and monitoring their wellbeing.The ideal candidate will possess NVQ

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Oakland Care in Gillingham is seeking Healthcare Assistants to provide excellent overnight care for residents.The role involves assisting with personal care and ensuring a comforting environment.This full-time position offers a pay rate of £13.Benefits include free meals, enhanced holiday pay, and

Job Search Place Limited is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for Heath Lodge in the UK, where the focus is on delivering the highest standards of care.The candidate will support residents with daily living and contribute to a warm, friendly environment.Responsibilities include assisting with perso

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At Willesden Court, we offer a welcoming environment where every resident is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.Our home is a place where individuals living with dementia or requiring nursing care can feel truly at home, supported to express themselves and live fulfilling lives.To clean a

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The Talent Hub is looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals for the Bank General Assistant roles at Chestnut Manor Care Home in East London.The position involves various responsibilities depending on the role, including meal coordination and maintaining cleanliness in the home.Suitable can

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Personal Assistant Network Scotland is seeking dedicated personal assistants for a lady living in Froickheim with Huntington’s Disease.The role involves split shifts assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and light housework.Positions available include a 14-hour and a 21-hour contract, wi

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