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Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery No Information Provided - contact your Talent Acquisition Partner Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Key Responsibilities • Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room., • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children., • Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration., • Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents., • Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children., • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Worthing, rated Good by Ofsted, is located in a converted house with a capacity of 74 children, featuring five base rooms and two gardens. Our nursery boasts a lovely staff room and facilities, supported by a diverse team of members, including longstanding staff, all passionate about working with children. With a wide range of skills, we create a dynamic and effective team environment. Conveniently situated on Poulters Lane by the traffic lights at Thomas the Beckett, we are just a couple of minutes' drive from both the A24 and A27. Additionally, several bus routes are available right outside the nursery, and we are only about a 20-minute walk from Worthing and West Worthing train stations, ensuring easy access for families and staff. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary \n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 50% childcare discount \n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: • Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning., • Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.\n, • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education\n

Description Role: Service Manager (Registered Manager) - Learning Disabilities Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first. Location: Alinora, Worthing Salary: £35,129 per year plus *allowances Hours: 37 per week - rostered hours include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays *Dependant on working times agreed to be worked you may be entitled to one or more of the following allowances: • Unsociable hours uplift: an extra £4.40 per shift for waking nights., • Sleep-in shifts: £61 per sleep-in shift (10pm-7am)., • Sleep-In Disturbance Allowance Payment: If your sleep-in shift is disturbed for over one continuous hour but less than four, youll receive the £4.40 Unsociable Hours Allowance plus your normal hourly rate for the hours worked. If disturbed for four hours or more, youll be paid your normal hourly rate for the entire shift and still receive the £4.40 allowance., • Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover., • Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car., • Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets., • Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors., • Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service., • 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (or paid time in lieu for any bank holidays worked) Knowledge, skills and experienceWhat you need for the role:, • Passion for leading teams that deliver outstanding care., • Management experience (Deputy Manager or above) in learning disabilities or care home settings, including safeguarding, risk and health & safety management., • Strong knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support, CQC standards, the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, and safeguarding., • Skilled in comprehensive client support, including medical management and accurate medication handling and record-keeping., • Experience supporting individuals with diverse physical and cognitive needs, including learning disabilities and mental health challenges., • Confident in managing challenging behaviours and distress., • Proven staff management skills: supervision, coaching, recruitment, and rostering., • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care., • Understanding of CQC requirements youll be the registered manager, supported by a central compliance team., • Patient and empathetic approach., • Willingness to complete Southdowns training in health and social care, moving and handling, positive behaviour support, safeguarding, safety, and risk protocols., • Comfortable supporting clients with intimate and personal care., • Enhanced DBS check (paid for by Southdown). What would be nice:, • Experience managing an operational service budget, including resource management to ensure staffing levels meet client needs while keeping within budget constraints., • Experience managing a learning disabilities service with a good or outstanding CQC rating.

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Location: Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated childcare professional with a passion for early years education? We are seeking a qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a nurturing and dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping young minds and supporting their development in a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment. The Role As a valued member of the early years team, you will deliver high-quality care and education tailored to the individual needs of each child. You will foster a positive, engaging atmosphere that encourages learning through play, exploration, and meaningful interactions. Collaboration with colleagues and families is central to the approach, ensuring the best outcomes for every child. About You We are looking for someone who brings energy, compassion, and professionalism to the role. The ideal candidate will have: * A Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (e.g., CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent) * Proven experience in a nursery or early years setting * A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development * Excellent communicati...

Supervising Social Worker (Fostering) Location: North West - Warrington - Runcorn - St Helens (Home-based with regional travel) Warrington, Contract: Full-Time | 12-Month Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Salary: Up to £43,000 Start Date: ASAP 2026 About the Role An established and values-driven fostering organisation is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join their North West team on a fixed-term basis. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with foster carers, children and multi-agency professionals, ensuring high-quality placements and positive outcomes for children and young people in care. You will play a key role in supporting, supervising and developing foster carers, while maintaining strong safeguarding standards and contributing to a collaborative, relationship-led approach. Key Responsibilities Provide regular supervision and support to foster carers, ensuring high standards of care Manage a realistic caseload, enabling meaningful engagement with foster families Undertake assessments, reports and documentation to regulatory standards Support the recruitment, training and development of foster carers Work in partnership with local authorities, professionals and stakeholders Participate in safeguarding processes, including child protection meetings Contribute to out-of-hours support on a rota basis What We’re Looking For Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Experience within fostering services Strong knowledge of: fostering regulations childcare legislation safeguarding frameworks Excellent report writing and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with foster carers and professionals Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle What’s on Offer 30 days annual leave (rising with service) + bank holidays Company pension Life assurance Medical cash plan Employee discount scheme Supportive, relationship-focused working environment Additional Information Travel across the North West is required Participation in an out-of-hours rota Enhanced DBS check required (covered by employer)

Eden Brown Synergy is recruiting an Adults Assistant Team Manager to support the North Team in Ashton-under-Lyne. This is a leadership role overseeing a team of social work professionals, driving high-quality adult social care services, and supporting the Team Manager in strategic planning and service improvement. Job Title: Adults Assistant Team Manager - Tameside Location: 93 Old Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL6 7SR Rate: £32-£37 per hour (depending on experience) Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based (5 days per week initially) - WFH possible after 6-8 weeks subject to agreement Key Responsibilities: Lead, supervise, and develop a team of social workers Ensure services meet legislative, policy, and best practice standards Support strategic planning and service improvement initiatives Oversee support plans, safeguarding responsibilities, and audits Manage ASYE staff, apprentices, and professional development Handle Stage 1 complaints and stakeholder engagement Foster an integrated, collaborative working culture with health partners Ideal Candidate: Experienced in adult social care management or senior practice Confident in team leadership and performance management Knowledge of integrated services and safeguarding Resilient, adaptable, and able to lead through change Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy: DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend Bonus for finding your own job Twice weekly payroll Dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your job search, employment, and beyond How to Apply: If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at or call (phone number removed). Referral Bonus: Refer someone who might be interested in this role & receive a £300 referral bonus! Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free

We're seeking an experienced Home Manager for a beautifully designed, purpose built care home currently in the second stages of commissioning, near Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a new team and drive exceptional standards of care, quality, and resident experience. You'll be joining an established care group with a growing portfolio of successful care homes across England. Its leadership team brings decades of proven expertise across some of the sector's most respected organisations, with a shared focus on stability, quality, and continuous improvement. As the commissioning home manager you will take overall responsibility for the leadership and operational management of the home. This includes ensuring high-quality, person-centred care; maintaining excellent regulatory compliance; building occupancy; supporting and developing staff; and fostering productive relationships with residents, families, professionals and the wider community. This role suits an experienced, confident, and motivational leader who thrives in a supportive but ambitious environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of clinical governance and quality frameworks, the ability to inspire teams, and a passion for delivering safe, compassionate, high-quality care. Ideal Candidate Profile Experienced Care Home Manager with a strong track record in residential, nursing or dementia services. Confident people-leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong regulatory knowledge and experience of achieving positive CQC outcomes Commercially aware with an understanding of occupancy management and fee optimisation Committed to delivering high quality, personalised care Empathetic, supportive, organised and able to lead by example Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop the staff team to deliver exceptional standards of care Drive regulatory compliance and continuous quality improvement Manage the day-to-day operations of the home with a focus on resident wellbeing Build and maintain strong occupancy levels Foster a positive, inclusive, resident-focused culture Build strong relationships with families, healthcare partners and local stakeholders Maintain strong financial oversight and responsible budget management Salary Negotiable depending on experience c£75,000 - £80,000pa This position offers the chance to lead a well-designed, well-supported service backed by a stable ownership structure and a senior leadership team with extensive sector expertise. The group is known for positive family engagement, strong review scores, and a growing reputation for consistent, quality care across its portfolio. Interested? Contact Chloe at Bright Selection for more information. Bright Selection advertises roles on behalf of our clients. If you do not hear back from us within 3 days of your application, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion, however we may keep your details on our database for future roles & if we do so you will receive an email letting you know this

Role: Academy Physiotherapist (U9-U16) Hours: Full time, including evenings and weekends and regular travel to away matches. Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing Contract Type: Permanent Deadline Day: 25th March 2026 About Brighton & Hove Albion FC We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact. Deliver high performance physiotherapy services This role will primarily be responsible for the day-to-day provision of medical care to players in the Under 9s-12s age groups. You will manage the rehabilitation of injuries whilst providing regular updates and recommendations to coaches and players. You will also help to plan and help deliver athletic development for individuals and group sessions in the Under 13-16s. Please note the working days for this role will involve evenings and weekends. The matchday cover is primarily on Sundays. Your physiotherapist background We are looking for an experienced physiotherapist, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will have experience of developing and implementing innovative ideas and putting them into practice. To be successful in this role you must hold the below qualifications: • A BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy degree or equivalent - Registered with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) - FA Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football qualification (or ability to complete within 3 months) Our values are essential to our success Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do: • Treat People Well - Exceed Expectations - Aim High. Never Give Up - Act with Integrity - Make it Special - Be Fan Focused How we say thank you In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to: • Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites - 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff) - Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more! - Enhanced family policies - Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground - Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season - In-house training programme and CPD opportunities - Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses Our commitment to EDI We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact the team. Safeguarding is part of everything we do We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK. TPBN1_UKTJ

A leading fostering agency in the UK is seeking a Full Time Supervising Social Worker to support foster parents and achieve outstanding outcomes for children.

In this role, you'll support and oversee foster carers while ensuring children receive safe and high-quality care. Key requirements include a Social Work Qualification, at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in a fostering setting, and a valid UK driving license.

This role offers the opportunity to work independently while conducting vital assessments for potential Foster Carers. As part of the UK's largest independent fostering family, you will contribute to providing quality placements for vulnerable children and young people.

This part-time role involves supervising a caseload of foster carers and ensuring quality care for children. The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience with children in care and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

A leading fostering organization in Bedford is seeking Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers to transform children's lives. You will provide full-time care in a stable home environment, supporting children as they transition from residential care.

A children's fostering organization is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to support foster parents and ensure compliance with care standards.

Fostering is not an employed role, but as a self‑employed foster carer you will receive competitive fostering fees and allowances, comprehensive training, and ongoing professional support every step of the way. Foster carers are self‑employed and subject to fostering regulations and approval pro

The role includes identifying suitable dogs for foster homes, recruiting and supporting foster carers, and delivering training to ensure the best care for dogs. A leading animal welfare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Fostering Coordinator to enhance dog welfare through volunteer fos

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is enshrined within Capstone Foster Care's policy and practice. A good knowledge of the fostering regulations, childcare law and safeguarding issues is essential. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Foster Carer Opportunity – You will receive a skills-based fee and additional allowances such as holiday payment and festival allowances, depending on your experience and training as a carer. We offer competitive fees and allowances, along with excellent benefits and rewards, including tailored tr

A leading fostering service provider in the UK is seeking Independent Form F Assessors to support fostering teams. The successful candidate will conduct assessments of prospective foster families, producing high-quality, evidence-based reports.

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to support and supervise kinship foster carers. The role requires a strong understanding of fostering regulations and the ability to ensure high-quality placements.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified social worker with recent Form F assessment experience and a strong understanding of fostering regulations and childcare law. A social care organization based in England is seeking an experienced Form F Assessor to join their team.

This position in Wirral offers a competitive hourly rate of £36 and involves providing support and supervision to foster carers, ensuring positive outcomes for children.

This home-based role involves recruiting, training, and supporting foster carers in Yorkshire. A leading fostering agency in the UK is seeking a Senior/Supervising Social Worker.

A fostering agency is seeking individuals to provide a safe and nurturing home for vulnerable children. Candidates must have at least one spare bedroom and experience in child care.

Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster carers in line with Swiis’s operational procedures, as to frequency and content; and undertake such additional support visits/telephone contact with foster carers as placement agreements/ contracts may specify or require. Support and Super

The role offers the opportunity to work from home, manage a caseload of fostering households, and shape the organisation's fostering practices. An innovative fostering agency in the UK is seeking a dedicated social worker in Bedford to join their supportive team. Ideal candidates will have experienc

Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Health and Social Care Assessor. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. If you have experience as a health and social care

As an intensive foster carer, you will provide safe and nurturing foster homes for children who would otherwise be cared for in residential children's homes. Thinking of a change in career? Do you have the skills and compassion to care for children or young people with complex and exceptional needs?

A well-established Independent Fostering Agency in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Supervising Social Worker to provide guidance and support to foster families. This position plays a key part in improving the welfare of children and young people in foster care.

Duties Will Include Support foster carers and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Along with our sister organisation Foster Care Associates, we are one of the UK's largest and most respected fostering organisations. We have a dedicated foc

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Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey. Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?. If you live near Haslingden or Ro

Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey. Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Nursery Nurses). If you live near Haslin

You may be new to care or already have experience in the social care sector (Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant) but your values are most important to us. Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspi

Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey. Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?. If you live near Haslingden or Ro

Supportive fostering service with established processes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fostering social worker seeking a well-structured role with flexibility and a competitive rate. Children’s Social Worker – Fostering Team.

Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey. If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a fo

Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. Our Client, a Greater Manchester council is seeking a Children's Social Worker to join their Complex Care Team.

Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey. Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Behaviour Support Workers). If you live

Key Responsibilities Supporting children and young people with emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs Promoting a safe, structured, and supportive living environment Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour in line with care plans Supporting daily routines, activities, and personal

We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience in roles such as Health Care Assistant, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Senior Support Worker, Nurse, Social Care Worker, Senior Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Assistant or Residential Care

Previous experience in roles such as Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurse, or Mental Health Care Worker is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided. You’ll also gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provi

Your responsibilities will include carrying out Care Act assessments, care and support planning, and Mental Capacity assessments, ensuring individuals receive the support they need. Conduct Care Act assessments and associated reviews to evaluate client needs. Candidate Requirements – Social Worker

Advanced Children's Social Worker.Various Locations around the county.Initially 12 weeks, possibility to be extended.Days Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for.England’s most beautiful counties.We are recruiting on behalf of Devon County Council and we are looking for .Advance

We're Hiring Level 2 & Level 3 Healthcare Workers - Sandwell & Birmingham. Level 2 and Level 3 Healthcare Professionals. If you meet the requirements and are ready to begin a rewarding role supporting individuals in care,.