Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: £26,500 per annum + benefits About the Role We are looking for a dedicated Residential Care Worker to provide care and support to children and young people, helping them develop emotionally, physically, and independently. You will play a key role in safeguarding their welfare, promoting positive development, and ensuring a safe and nurturing home environment. Key Requirements • Experience in social care, education, or working with young people. • Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and managing challenging behavior. • Willingness to complete or already hold a Level 4 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce. • Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team. • Enhanced DBS check required. • Full UK driving license (desirable).
Join Us in Building Something Extraordinary Are you a passionate and ambitious Registered Manager ready to make a real difference? This is your opportunity to lead, grow, and create life-changing safe havens for vulnerable children. With a clear pathway to senior leadership, you’ll shape and develop a high-performing team within a quality-focused, fast-growing organisation. This unique role offers the rare chance to build a children’s care provision from the ground up, with an unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding care to those who need it most. It is the chance to: - Be the Care Architect : Starting with our first newly established home, you’ll have the unique opportunity to design and deliver exceptional care from the ground up. - Build your dream team: foster a positive culture, and set the standard for transforming the lives of the children we support. - Be Supported : Join forces with a dynamic and ambitious team with proven expertise in finance, property, HR, technology, and business development. With an experienced RI, established relationships with council commissioners and the first home in place (2 child placement), the business is well positioned to scale. - Be a Leader Ready to Step Up : We’re seeking a quality-focused manager with the drive and ambition to take on a leadership role as we grow. Together, we’ll carefully and strategically expand our network of homes. - Be Rewarded : Just like your impact, your rewards will grow. Enjoy a competitive salary, which will be set based on your experience and will evolve with your role, including bonus opportunities and profit-share incentives. - Be Your Best Self : If you have a vision to do things differently, build a care provision that is impactful and long lasting without compromising on quality, this is the moment to take that step. If this opportunity resonates with you, and you: - are an experienced Registered Manager in a children’s residential care setting (LD or EBD) and are based in West Yorkshire; - possess a deep understanding of child development, a passion for improving outcomes, and exceptional leadership skills; - have a proven track record of achieving Good or ideally Outstanding Ofsted ratings. Bonus points if you’ve successfully set up a new home in the past; - hold a Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification in residential childcare (or equivalent); - Have the ambition to build a quality-focused care provision and ultimately step into a management role in a growing business, but feel your current role lacks the clear pathway forward. Let’s Talk If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you. Please do reach out and take the first step toward an exciting conversation with our Directors.
Job description We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced professional to take a lead role in establishing and managing a Children’s Home. The property is a spacious five-bedroom house designed to accommodate up to three children, aged 11 to 15 with emotional difficulties, who are in need of a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. This role is ideal for someone who has previous experience in residential childcare management and is deeply committed to positively impacting young lives. Key Responsibilities - Lead the process of setting up the Children’s Home in accordance with local and national regulations and standards for children’s residential services. Ensure all aspects meet safety and regulatory standards. - Oversee all daily operations, ensuring a structured, therapeutic, and supportive environment that caters to the physical, emotional, and social needs of each child. - Recruit, train, and supervise a team of care staff. Conduct regular appraisals and support staff development to maintain a high standard of care. - Develop and oversee individualized care plans tailored to each child’s needs, monitoring progress, and adjusting as necessary. Facilitate positive activities and programs to promote growth, resilience, and independence. - Ensure safeguarding practices are followed rigorously and risk assessments are conducted regularly. Address and document any safeguarding concerns in line with best practices and legal requirements. - Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies, families, and community resources to support each child’s holistic development and social reintegration. - Manage budgets, ensure effective resource allocation, and track expenses in line with organisational guidelines. Qualifications and Experience Essential: Proven experience in managing or supervising a children’s home or similar residential care facility. In-depth knowledge of child protection, safeguarding regulations, and care standards. Qualifications in social work, child care, or a related field (e.g., NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent). Strong understanding of the challenges facing children aged 11–15, particularly those in care. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable: Experience working with children with behavioral or emotional challenges. Familiarity with local authority procedures and regulatory bodies. Benefits: - continuous growth: access ongoing training and development - Ofsted Outstanding Bonus - we cover the cost of your DBS check Attributes Empathy and resilience Exceptional leadership and organisational skills Strong decision-making ability and problem-solving mindset Passionate about child welfare and personal development Application Process To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial interview, followed by an assessment of management and child care skills. This job description should attract individuals who are experienced, qualified, and genuinely interested in improving the lives of children in a residential setting. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £40,000.00-£58,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Application deadline: 30/01/2025 Expected start date: 06/03/2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Support Workers in a residential setting to join an inspirational team in Fazakerley. We are a small residential home with a big vision and we’re looking for passionate Residential Support Workers who are committed to making a change to come and join our team. The young people we support have had difficult journeys; they have learnt strategies to survive that have often placed them at risk. Our goal is to come alongside them, support and guide them to recognise their potential, achieve their aspirations and to ultimately have the childhood every child deserves. Ideally you will have experience of working with children with complex needs, you will be resilient and reflective in your practice and willing to take on a challenge. Duties Assist with daily living activities. Provide emotional support to enhance well-being. Administer medication as prescribed and monitor for any side effects. Implement care or behaviour plans developed in collaboration with professionals. Maintain accurate records of progress and report any changes to managers. Engage and promote social activities to help mental stimulation and emotional health. Ensure a clean and safe environment for by adhering to hygiene standards. What you get: Guaranteed salary review after probation Enrolment into Health and Social Care (Diploma Level 3) after 6 months’ probation. Personalised training programme based on the requirements of the team and people we support. Career progression opportunities. Employee Assistance Programme. Enhanced Sleep in Pay (£60 per night) A Fully paid enhanced DBS Certificate. The role is based on a rolling rota including sleeps ins. Salary up to £28,000 (Qualified with relevant level 3) based on 5 sleeps per month. IND1 Job Type: Full-time Pay: £22,759.00-£28,000.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Referral programme Training Shift: 24 hour shift Experience: Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) NVQ Level 2 or 3 Residential Childcare or H&S Care (required) If you are passionate about providing high-quality support and care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £21,885.00-£23,865.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Free or subsidised travel Free parking Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability Work Location: In person
Our homes accommodate two young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have.
Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home Location: Kent Salary: £30,000 - £35000 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week, including some evenings, weekends, and on-call duties About the Role We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our dedicated team in providing high-quality care and support to children and young people in a residential setting. The Deputy Manager will be based in one of our 4 Children's Homes in the Kent area and will assist the Registered Manager in leading the home, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children can thrive. Key Responsibilities: - Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the children’s home. - Ensure the home meets all Ofsted regulations and adheres to relevant legislation. - The Deputy Manager will lead, mentor, and develop a team of Residential Support Workers. - Support in creating and maintaining care plans tailored to the needs of each child. - Ensure the physical, emotional, and social well-being of children and young people. - Promote a therapeutic and child-centred approach to care. - Manage safeguarding concerns, ensuring child protection policies are adhered to. - The Deputy Manager will assist with staff recruitment, training, and supervision. - Work closely with external agencies, families, and professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children. What We’re Looking For: - Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards it) - Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a children’s residential home. - Strong leadership and team management skills. - Knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Children’s Home Regulations, and Quality Standards. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - A genuine passion for working with vulnerable children and young people. Benefits: - Competitive salary with opportunities for progression. - Comprehensive training and development programs. - Support with gaining relevant qualifications. - Pension scheme, holiday entitlement, and additional benefits. - A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in young people’s lives
MUST HAVE FULL RIGHTS TO WORK IN THE UK - NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE All applicants must have a valid manual UK/EU Driving Licence. We operate using Safer Recruitment at all times so any offer of employment would be dependent on the necessary checks and enhanced DBS. Job Title: Residential Support Worker Responsible to: Manager/Nominated Individual Key Internal Contacts: Other staff within the Support team Key External Contacts: Advocates, Social workers, IRO’s, Placing Authorities and Specialist service professionals. Working Hours: The provision operates on a 24/7 basis, including weekends and bank holidays. The rota is a 4 week rolling rota, with each staff member guaranteed a full weekend off every other week. Shifts are from 9am-11pm with sleep in requirements. There may be the option to pick up additional hours/ shifts. JOB PURPOSE You will work as part of a Team to provide, flexible, creative, outcome focused support and guidance to vulnerable young people aged 16 – 18, in order to enable them to prepare for independent living. PERSON SPECIFICATION RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER (experience, skills, qualities & qualifications required for the role at Rose House) · 2 Years Experience of work within a young persons residential setting in the UK. · Experience of working shift patterns. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. · Effective communication skills, verbal and written. · Ability to record information accurately. · Good organisational skills. · Commitment to working positively with families and others. · Flexibility and willingness to work a shift system including weekends. · Ability to deal with complex and challenging behaviour. · A genuine regard and respect for young people. · Ability to demonstrate empathy. · Basic IT skills. · Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) NVQ Level 3 OR Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce. · Undertake relevant induction training on commencement. · Driving licence. KEY TASK AREAS AND RESPONSIBILITIES · To actively safeguard and promote the welfare of the young people. · To report immediately any unsafe practices and conditions. · Actively promote structure, boundaries and routines within a safe and supportive environment. · Provide a positive role model for the young people, presenting oneself in a highly professional manner. · As required work with young people on intervention strategies to promote pro-social behaviour. · To contribute to the development of appropriate relationships with and between all staff, young people, families and education, employment, health and therapy. · To establish relationships and links within the community to assist the young person and their family. · To help our young people to Organise and participate in appropriate activities. · Domestic duties. · Supporting our young people in Cooking and shopping. · Transporting our young people to essential appointments and activities and Support the young people to use public transport. · Support and supervise the young people in the implementation of an individual programmes of life skills, key skills and independence skills and leisure in their Home and the community. · Support and supervise our young people within the Home in accordance with their personal/pathway/placement plans. · Make accurate and appropriate entries in the young persons records, diaries and reports as necessary in accordance with Rose Houses policies, procedures and practices. · Support and enable our young people to maintain a high level of personal hygiene. · Work with and manage challenging behaviour, enabling the young people to develop from needing external control to develop their self-control. · Support our young people to organise and participate in appropriate activities and enable the young people to take part in a wide variety of activities. · Safeguard all our young people within the Home and ensure their safety and wellbeing. · Support with medication in accordance with Rose Houses policies and procedures (where applicable). · Check the daily diary and help our young people organise their appointments for that day as required. · Ensure that all the relevant personal/pathway/placement plans for the young people are in place, accurate and up to date. · Work positively and effectively with relatives, advocates and the team around the young person. · Support Young people with completing and returning homework. · Communicate effectively with education staff to ensure a consistent approach and to provide a daily link between School/ college and Home. · Exercise vigilance in respect of Health and Safety and promptly report all hazards and/or remedying them. · Undertake all duties in a manner calculated to minimise or avoid unnecessary risks, personally or to others. · Report issues and/or incidents relating to staff and young people that have arisen in the day/night promptly to the relevant Manager or appropriate person. · Operate at all times in accordance with Rose Houses policies and procedures, with particular reference to Safeguarding, Child Protection, Whistleblowing, Complaints and Representations and Behaviour Policies. · Participate in training and take responsibility for personal development. · Participate in team meetings, supervisions and annual reviews in accordance with Rose House policy. · Work to promote Rose House as a valued, professional asset within its community and conduct themselves at all times in a manner that reinforces this image. · Ensure that all actions are in the interests of the Young people and Rose House. · To carry out any other reasonable and relevant duties as required Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay: From £27,500.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site parking Physical Setting: Residential home
About us At Norbury Park all staff are aware of our core values of; care, community, nurture and support which we embed throughout our day-to-day practice and care for the young people/ children in our care. We are creative, supportive, collaborative and our goal is to care for Young people and Children within the residential home setting and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that we are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. At the heart of the work that we do is to support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Role purpose To care for all Young people and Children within the residential home and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that you are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. To support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Main Duties - Undertake all duties and responsibilities in accordance with: company policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, standards; good professional practice,, CQC and other regulatory requirements, relevant legislations, all legal and contractual obligations. - Provide advice, information and support to the residents. - To support and provide care for the young people/children in the home by assisting them with; bathing, eating, homework, education, behaviour, money management, travel training etc. - Ensure resident’s follow the homes rules and support the manager in investigating and taking action where these may have been breached. - Manage challenging behaviour which may require physical intervention to appropriately support the child/ young person. - Oversee the maintenance of accurate client records and databases and provide statistics for management and to assist with service evaluation in a timely fashion. - Support clients with the prompting of their medication, conduct accurate and timely medication audits and maintain accurate medication records. - Complete written documentation (support plans, Medication sheets, risk assessments) regarding the young people/ children to help and ensure their safety and development within our setting. - Take part in regular team meetings to discuss the residents, the progress that they are making, how their general well-being is as well as forming action plans to support them further. - Attend professionals meetings (where appropriate). - Assist in the transfer of individuals between agencies and services. Health and Safety - To be familiar with Health and Safety Regulations, policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to within your own area of responsibility. - To be aware of and follow fire policies and procedures, ensuring safety of residents and workers safety and welfare at all times. Equality and Diversity - To enforce the zero tolerance policy of all forms of victimisation, discrimination and harassment in the workplace. - To be tolerant of differences and use respectful language. - Ensure professional standards and boundaries are clear. - To treat everyone respectfully. Norbury Park is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe in equal opportunities for employment and advancement, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Our dedication to equality extends to our recruitment process, professional development programs, and all aspects of employment. Join us in creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for everyone. Benefits of working at Norbury Park as a Support Worker - 5 days of work a week - Annual Salary with the option for overtime if you wish - Annual Salary review with the option to be suggested for a one-off bonus - Bank Holiday extra pay - Christmas gift card - Pension scheme - Predictable rota, you are able to know your days off months’ in advance - 28 days of holiday per year - Friendly and collaborative work team - A team that is making a difference with extremely challenging and complex children/ young people - £20 per month towards a car wash if you provide business cover and drive the residents - Training opportunities; E-learning modules including; Food Safety Level 2, Safeguarding Children, GDPR, Emergency First aid at work. Further CPD opportunities such as Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare, Qualified First Aider course. We accept suggestions of courses that will help support/enable you in your role further. Additional Notes Candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview will be expected to complete our application form prior to their interview. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From £29,061.50 per year Benefits: - Company events - Company pension - On-site parking - Sick pay Physical setting: - Care home - Residential home Shift: - 8 hour shift - Day shift - Night shift Work Location: In person
The role of a Registered Manager is the person with overall responsibility for day to day management of the Children’s Home and is accountable for the delivery of a high quality of service provision, incorporating care, welfare, safety and security of all children and young people in their care in order for them to achieve a secure base. Supporting, leading and managing a team of staff who will provide protection and support the children with their physical, psychological, emotional & social development
The Registered Manager is accountable for ensuring that we deliver high quality care to the young people within our Semi – Independent Home. This means that they are responsible for delivery of all care services for 16- and 17-year-olds as well as providing strategic planning for developments within the home, and all day-to-day management matters. They will demonstrate the ability to build on the well-established principles and practice standards existing within Hawthorn Support. The aim of the Registered Manager is to ensure that each young person placed within the home is fully prepared for life outside the care system. Consequently, they are expected to demonstrate practical leadership in childcare, as well as organise and support staff to provide the best possible training for each young person. This involves being personally available, as well as the supervision and mentoring of staff, organisation of work patterns, and facilitation of care focussed training, and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home. As this is a vital role in the lives of young people cared for at Hawthorn Support, it requires an active and long-term commitment. The Project Manager and Service Manager work closely with each Registered Manager, assisting them to provide high-quality care. While the Registered Manager is employed for 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday) they are expected to arrange their own work rota which may involve evening, weekend and sleeping-in duties, if necessary. The Registered Manager is wholly responsible for ensuring an appropriate staff presence to meet the needs of the young people in the home. Key Responsibilities: • Care for Young People o Enrich the lives of young people in our care, helping them create a positive future. • Measuring and Evaluating Outcomes o Be healthy o Stay Safe o Enjoy and achieve o Make a positive contribution o Achieve economic well-being • Childcare o Ensure that any matters relating to child protection are managed in line with current legislation, national standards and best safeguarding practice. o Maintain the highest possible standards of childcare and ensure that each young person’s agreed placement plan is fully implemented. o Co-ordinate and access the appropriate services (health, education, therapy) to ensure the needs of each young person are met. o To carry out and conduct Mentoring Sessions with Young People where necessary. • Leadership o Provide leadership and coaching in childcare practice within the home to ensure best outcomes for young people. o Mentor and support the Mentors in provision of best possible childcare practices. o Mentor and support the staff team in developing the young people’s independent living skills. o Ensure that all of Hawthorn Support company policies and procedures are implementedappropriately. • Home Management o To achieve the best outcomes for all young people, ensure that the home is managed effectively and efficiently. o Ensure the Mentors are focussed on providing the best possible outcomes for th young people. o Make sure that best practice is maintained within the home. o Sustain and develop the administration systems, recording systems, and repair work, so that a warm and caring home environment is maintained. o Manage the home within the agreed budget, taking full responsibility for all incidental costs as well as direct costs such as repairs to the property and appliances, new fridges, staff costs, heating, agency costs etc. o Effectively manage the homes devolved budget and ensure full financial reports are updated. o To attend any conduct weekly residents’ meetings with our young people. • Team Management o Supervise and support the staff group ensuring that the team are developed appropriately to meet the specific needs of the young people in the home. o Develop individual staff training programmes in line with company plans and need andsupervise/provide observations for staff through their NVQ Level 3 Award (Health and Social Care - Children and Young People). o Complete Monthly supervisions with staff team. o To carry out and hold monthly Team Meetings. o Complete probationary and annual performance appraisals for all staff to ensure that they cancontinue to provide appropriate levels of childcare. o Rota Management o Undertake any other duties that may be required. • Health & Safety o To implement the Health & Safety policies and ensure that all staff are aware of all o Health & Safety procedures. o To undertake risk assessments as appropriate. o Managing Risk and Young People with Different Needs. o Ensure that all incidents/accidents are recorded and reported according to procedures. o To ensure that the cleanliness and hygiene of the Home are maintained to an exceptional standard. o To undertake fire drills and tests in accordance with procedure and record the necessary data. Essential Requirements • Work Experience o At least 1 year experience of leadership and management within the childcare sector. o Care management for Children or adolescents: 1 year (required). o Working with Children and adolescents: 1 year (required). o Working in a YP's residential setting: 1 year (preferred). o • Qualifications o To have a NVQ Level 3 award in Health & Social Care (Working with Children and Young people. o Driving Licence (preferred). • Personal attributes and child centred approach o Positive leadership skills o Can work within a team. o Self-motivated and a positive nature. o Coaching skills. o Motivate others. o Ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive approach. o Sense of humour. o Self-organisation. o Sensitive and reflective. o Honesty and reliability. o Ability to listen and empathise. o Ability to assess risks. • Job related knowledge and skills of o National Minimum Standards o Children and Young Peoples Act 2008. o The Children Act 1989 & 2004. o Children’s Rights Every Child Matters. o Ability to assess risks. o Staff supervisions o Implementing new systems and strategies around the needs of young people o Effective communication skills: recording and report writing and verbal communication. o Awareness of non-verbal communication i.e. eye contact and personal space etc o A professional and caring value base i.e. consistency and empathy • Work Conditions o Ability to Lone Work with individual young people o Commit to shifts if necessary o To join out of hours system and carry out any on call duties o Sleeping in duties if required o Willing to work additional hours to cover sickness and holidays and to work in other homes within your area o Willing to work Bank Holidays & Christmas Holidays· o Have good medical health
XUK Camps is looking for Sports Leaders to run a multitude of engaging sessions for children aged 8-17 at our residential summer camp in Wiltshire (transport provided to and from London). Our Activity & Pastoral Leaders will be creative, big-thinkers, energetic and approachable. We hire a range of specialist leaders (Sport/Performing Arts/Outdoor/Art) but require you to be willing to give anything a go and learn new skills! We are looking for someone who can deliver high quality activities to our campers.. The perfect holiday job for P.E. teachers, student teachers, sport coaches, uni / gap year students with a flare for sport… · Competitive pay from £640 per week · Be free on 3rd July - 10th August (minimum contract first 2 weeks) · Mornings - plan & lead a variety of sport activities for campers · Afternoons - plan & lead a wide variety of exciting activities (e.g nerf battle, zorbing, camp fire) · Look after the welfare of children in your care · Be part of the pastoral team rota in mornings and evenings · Accommodation & 3 meals a day provided