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Occupational Therapist – Children’s Services A local authority in Walasall is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their Children’s Services team. The service focuses on supporting children and young people with additional needs to maximise their independence, development, and participation in daily activities at home, school, and in the community. Occupational Therapists work closely with families, education settings, and health and social care professionals to deliver person-centred, strengths-based interventions.Main Duties: • Undertake holistic Occupational Therapy assessments for children and young people with additional needs, • Strong understanding of complex equipment and both minor and major adaptations (for example, Disabled Facilities Grants - DFG) and implement minor adaptations - sound clinical reasoning is essential., • Assess functional abilities relating to daily living skills, play, and participation at home and in educational settings, • Recommend and coordinate specialist equipment, adaptations, and assistive technology to support independence, • Carry out moving and handling assessments and provide practical advice to families, carers, and schools, • Work collaboratively with parents, carers, education staff, and multidisciplinary professionals, • Manage an allocated caseload, prioritising tasks in line with service and statutory responsibilities, • Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments and reviews where required, • Provide advice, guidance, and training to families, carers, and education staff, • Support service development and promote best practice within children’s occupational therapy servicesRequirements:, • Diploma/BSc in Occupational Therapy, • HCPC Registration, • Previous experience working with children and young people, ideally within community, education, or social care settings, • Experience completing functional assessments and recommending equipment or adaptations, • Knowledge of child development and supporting children with additional needs, • Strong communication and report writing skills, • Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can assist), • Eligibility to work in the UK, • Driving licence and access to a vehicle desirableWhy Join Our Agency? With over 10 years of experience in social care recruitment, Ackerman Pierce offers personalised service and consistent support. Each candidate is assigned a dedicated consultant to assist throughout their placement. We offer a fast registration process, help with DBS checks, and guaranteed weekly payments.To discuss this Children’s Occupational Therapist role or similar positions, contact Ella Hajittofis or send your updated CV today.

Job Summary • To work in a nominated Cluster area., • To raise achievement and diminishing differences between vulnerable groups., • To provide dedicated support and practical advice across the early years sector, ensuring the quality and effectiveness of quality first inclusive practices and SEND Support is effective for individual children., • To work directly with individual children and families to raise aspirations and promote inclusion., • To support implementation of improved working practices across Dudley early years provisions and schools, offering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), namely childminders, pre-schools, day nurseries, Reception Year in schools,, • To ensure:, • The identification of young children who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is accurate and effective., • Assessment and provision to meet needs of children and young people who have SEND are effective, • Outcomes for children and young people who have SEND are improved., • To be a champion for Dudley children with SEND, to secure their well-being and ensure that they achieve the best possible outcomes from starting points., • Through strong collaboration with partners and providers across the local area, ensure the support and advice for children with SEND is of the highest quality possible and that children who need help, have access to the right services at the right time throughout the continuum of provision., • Delivering improvements in working practices that promote Dudley's shared vision of inclusion across the continuum of provision, to ensure the needs of children and who have SEND are being met and outcomes are improved., • Carrying out the Initial Assessment of Need process for an allocation of individual children referred into the Service, at both SEND support and Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) level, in both the home environment and education setting (childminder, pre-school, day nursery or Reception class in school) as required., • Working in partnership with the parent/carers, setting/school staff and other professionals who know the child to write a SEND Support Plan, identifying appropriate outcomes for the child and family, in collaboration with others., • Planning and co-ordinating the support required for the child, family and setting, as detailed in the SEND Support Plan. This will include decision making on type and amount of SEND provision required within the home, pre-school setting or school., • Ensuring all individual child records, service transition lists, safeguarding register and setting spread sheets are accurate and kept updated in a timely way, • Leading on the planning, delivery and evaluation of parent/child/practitioner support groups in liaison with senior managers, others on the team and other agencies such as health and Family Centre staff., • Providing effective support and challenge, so that pre-schools and schools develop skills, knowledge and increased confidence in meeting needs of children with SEND., • Provide advice and strategies that enable children who have SEND to access the EYFS curriculum ensuring full participation in the life of the setting/school., • Deliver bespoke on-site training for 'priority' pre-schools and schools., • Work in partnership across the local area, supporting the development of an 'Early Identification System' that ensures placement for children in the EYFS stage in mainstream settings (home, pre-schools, nurseries, schools) remain secure, resulting in a reduction in the need for changes in placements and successful transition to Dudley mainstream and specialist school placements., • Promote an inclusive 'Communication Friendly' approach in all EYFS pre-school and school settings, ensuring that SEND provision is embedded in whole setting development with strategic ownership from setting leaders and the promotion of joint practice development between EYFS settings., • Being responsible for the day-to-day management of a caseload of children with special educational needs with the support of the Team Leader - School Readiness., • Support the development of effective coordinated and integrated services for children in the EYFS who have SEND., • Early Years Degree or teaching qualification, • Experience of contributing to a successful Ofsted Inspection leading to a 'Good or better outcome', • Experience of involvement with working with children with SEND E.G Autism Spectrum Disorder, • Substantial experience of direct work with individual children and families to raise aspirations and promote inclusion. Connect2Dudleyis a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Student Support Officer We are looking for people to work in secondary schools as Student Support Officers in London. Join an education charity that believes that every young person can make the most of education, unlocking their potential and creating a fairer society. Position: Student Support Officer (Internally known as University Access Officer) Location: Birmingham, Sandwell & the Black Country/Hybrid Hours: Full-Time Contract: Permanent (there is also a separate vacancy for a Maternity Cover for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract available) Salary: £29,227.50 per annum (including London Weighting) Closing Date: 21st May 2026 Interviews: June 2026 About the Role You will be responsible for mentoring young people, delivering a programme in partnership with school leaders. Students enrolled on the programme receive expert support from the University Access Officers, who guide pupils through their education options, university applications and student life topics such as navigating student finance. Mentorship helps students make decisions about their education choices, develop their university applications, and prepare for life ahead. 83% of students say that one-to-one meetings with their mentors have improved their independence to pursue academic interests and 92% of our students feel that the workshops have motivated them to attend a top university. Key responsibilities within the role include: • Working in up to 4 schools between Monday and Thursday, and working from home on Friday., • Proactively building relationships with school staff to ensure their cooperation and timely completion of activities, enabling effective communication to contribute to the smooth running of the programmes., • Using your excellent organisation and time management skills to deliver multiple programmes and projects at pace and manage administration accurately. This is a great opportunity to be part of a great team of colleagues supporting you along the way with weekly team meetings and team training sessions to develop your skills Share your ideas and make a difference to the programme and help young people achieve social mobility! About You Key skills for this role include: • Experience of mentoring groups of students and 1:1., • Excellent organisation and time management skills., • Experience of delivering multiple programmes and projects at pace and manage administration accurately., • Able to communicate and influence impactfully at all levels., • Resilient and adaptable., • Able to work towards and meet deadlines with a problem-solving mindset., • Able to effectively time manage and actively prioritise., • Able to work independently, in busy school environments, with an ownership mindset., • Skilled in building and maintaining excellent relationships with young people and school staff/leaders, • Good sense of attention to detail Join an organisation whose mission is to support students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top universities, through a unique combination of tuition and in-school mentoring. Benefits include: • 25 days annual leave p.a. (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays and 5 Winter closure days., • PerkBox and Employee Assistance Programme, • Online Medical assistance, • Interest-free travelcard loans, • Cyclescheme loans, • Paid wellbeing day and 2 paid Volunteering Days, • Employer’s pensions contributions (3%), • CPD options in line with L&D programme As a proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments please contact us.Please note, if you are selected for appointment to the role, you will be subject to a DBS check. You also have experience in roles such as Student Support Officer, Student Officer, University Officer, Access Officer, Education Officer, Careers Officer, Student Mentor, Pupil Mentor, Guidance Officer. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home (EBD & LD) Birmingham | £55,000 – £70,000 + Performance Bonus | Full-Time | Permanent Are you an experienced Registered Manager with a proven Ofsted track record? We are looking for a passionate and driven leader to manage a children's residential home in Birmingham. Both EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) and LD (Learning Disabilities) settings are available — choose the environment that best matches your expertise. This is one of the most competitive packages in the sector, with a salary up to £70,000 plus a performance bonus scheme that rewards outstanding leadership and Ofsted outcomes. THE ROLE As Registered Manager, you will hold full Ofsted registration responsibility for the home, ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards. You will lead a dedicated team to deliver outstanding care for children and young people with complex needs. Key responsibilities: • Hold full Ofsted registration and ensure all regulatory requirements are met, • Lead, manage, and develop your residential staff team, • Achieve and maintain a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating, • Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and placement documentation, • Embed robust safeguarding practices throughout the home, • Build positive relationships with placing authorities, social workers, and families, • Manage budgets, staffing rotas, and day-to-day operations, • Champion the physical, emotional, and educational wellbeing of every child WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Essential requirements: • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) — mandatory, • Minimum 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager in a children's residential setting, • Demonstrable Ofsted inspection experience with positive outcomes, • Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards, • Experience supporting children with EBD, LD, SEMH, or complex needs, • Thorough understanding of safeguarding and multi-agency working You will be: • A calm, decisive, and resilient leader, • Passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children, • Skilled at motivating and developing staff teams, • Organised, thorough, and confident with compliance and documentation SETTINGS AVAILABLE EBD Setting — supporting children and young people with emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs. Experience in trauma-informed and therapeutic residential practice is highly valued. LD Setting — supporting children and young people with learning disabilities and autism spectrum conditions. Experience in positive behaviour support and specialist LD care is essential. SALARY & BENEFITS • Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience & Ofsted track record), • Performance bonus scheme linked to Ofsted outcomes, • Company pension, • 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Full induction and ongoing CPD, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Relocation support considered for the right candidate HOW TO APPLY Apply now with your CV. Please include your most recent Ofsted inspection rating and a brief overview of the settings you have managed. Shortlisting is ongoing — early applications are strongly encouraged. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Equal opportunities employer.

Job Title: Associate Director, Children in Care and Care Experienced Location: Dudley Contract: Interim/Temporary Rates: Competitive Job Overview: • Our children's and young people social care teams plays a critical role in driving the vision and delivery of high-quality, effective safeguarding and support services for families with responsibility for overseeing multi-disciplinary teams that work collaboratively to protect vulnerable children and adults, promote family resilience, and improve outcomes., • Leading the development and implementation of strategies that ensure early intervention, prevention, and tailored support for families experiencing complex challenges and championing a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and child-centred approach, ensuring safeguarding practices are robust, proportionate, and focused on achieving long-term positive change., • To provide strategic leadership, professional accountability, and operational oversight for services that safeguard, support and improve outcomes for children in care and care experienced young people., • To be professional responsibility for ensuring that children who cannot live with their families experience safe, loving, stable and aspirational care, with a clear focus on permanence, sufficiency, quality of practice and achieving the best possible outcomes. This includes a strong drive to support more children to remain connected to, and cared for within, their home communities wherever it is safe to do so., • To have a proven track record of developing children's residential provision and fostering services at pace, alongside the ability to lead complex change, mature commissioning arrangements, and deliver improvement and financial sustainability within a demanding statutory environment., • To be a member of the Council's Senior Leadership Team, supporting organisational transformation, maximising use of technology/automation and cultivating a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement, efficiency, and improved customer experience and choice., • To support the delivery of the Council Improvement Programme, implementing the new operating model, and ensuring that all transformation work streams have clear deliverables to modernise service delivery., • To ensure evidence-based decision-making and, robust financial management, and to model effective leadership behaviours and accountabilities underpinned by adherence to the Nolan Principles, while articulating a compelling vision for change., • To act as the lead and direct the provision of children's social care to meet statutory and regulatory expectations whilst driving excellence, inclusion and innovation across the remit.

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A dedicated staffing agency is looking for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker to lead a children's home team in Walsall Wood.The role entails ensuring high-quality care, effective communication with young people and professionals, and compliance with Ofsted standards.Candidates should ha

Role: Senior Estimating Manager Location: Home basedor Hybrid with access to regional offices Salary: Up to £95,000, plus package& Car Allowance About the Senior Estimating Manager Role The Senior Estimator is a key role within the commercial estimating and tendering function, responsible for producing high-quality, competitive and compliant bids across all business streams. You will develop robust cost models, assess risk, collaborate with operational and commercial stakeholders, and ensure all estimating outputs meet the standards set by the Head of Estimating. This role works closely with Business Development, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance to support sustainable growth and protect margin. You will report directly to the Head of Estimating. Senior Estimating Manager Key Responsibilities Purpose Lead the preparation of robust, compliant and competitive estimates aligned to company commercial strategy Ensure pricing, methodology, risk and assumptions are clearly articulated and aligned with operational delivery Provide analytical insight, industry knowledge and commercial judgement to support tender adjudications Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes, knowledge bases and governance frameworks Estimating & Commercial Proposal Development Prepare detailed estimates and commercial submissions for tenders across Repairs & Maintenance (including M&E and Planned Works), Central Government housing and support, Decarbonisation and Net Zero programmes, and DLO support Build cost models from first principles with accuracy and commercial integrity Support value engineering, scenario modelling and pricing strategy development Analyse tender documentation, specifications and operational data to ensure deliverable proposals Provide clear written and verbal summaries of assumptions, pricing logic and risks Essential Experience: Significant experience in social housing, R&M, planned works or related construction estimating Strong working knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates Proven experience producing cost models and pricing strategies for medium-large tenders Experience engaging with clients, supply chain and internal stakeholders Ability to manage multiple bids to tight deadlines Good understanding of NEC and JCT contract forms Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness Desirable Experience: Experience in a large contracting or housing services environment Familiarity with estimating software and data analytics tools Professional qualification in QS, Construction Management or similar (or working towards) Key Skills & Attributes Strong numerical ability and exceptional attention to detail Clear, confident communicator able to explain commercial reasoning to all audiences Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset Ability to interpret complex specifications and technical documentation Highly organised, deadline-driven and able to prioritise effectively Collaborative team player with mentoring capability Strong commercial judgement and ability to challenge assumptions constructively Benefits: Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and much more 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 3 x Life assurance private medical care for you and your family £4,800 car allowance Generous Pension Scheme and sick pay Employee Assistance Programme Company Rewards - discount voucher scheme for a host of household name retailers, including supermarkets, offering savings on purchases Excellent training and development opportunities Company Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Previous years include, Alton Towers, Drayton Manor etc Volunteering Leave - The company supports employees to undertake volunteering in the community for two days per year, in support of our social value commitment Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on 01474 850707. Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. TPBN1_UKTJ

A Council in Walsall is seeking an experienced Senior Physiotherapist to join their Independent Living Service team. This is a key role supporting residents to remain independent at home through rehabilitation, assessment, and partnership working across health and social care services. Main Duties: Provide clinical expertise and physiotherapy assessment within the Discharge to Assess at Home (DTAH) and Independent Living Service (ILS) pathways Support individuals to regain independence following hospital discharge through rehabilitation and mobility assessments Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Community Officers, hospitals, and other partner organisations Assess functional ability and recommend appropriate interventions, equipment, or adaptations to support independent living Contribute to telecare and sensory service pathways where required Manage and prioritise a complex caseload of community-based assessments and interventions Support service development and promote integrated working across health and social care services Provide advice, guidance, and support to colleagues within the multidisciplinary team Requirements: Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC Registration Substantial post-qualification experience in community or rehabilitation settings Experience working with hospital discharge pathways or intermediate care services Strong knowledge of rehabilitation, mobility assessment, and promoting independence Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical decision-making skills Ability to travel and work flexibly when required Why Join Our Agency? With over 10 years of experience in social care recruitment, Ackerman Pierce offers a personalised and supportive service. You will have a dedicated consultant, fast registration, DBS support, and guaranteed weekly payments. To discuss this Senior Physiotherapist role in Walsall or similar opportunities, please contact Ella Hajittofis or submit your CV today

Trainee Manager to Registered Manager Pathway Walsall Wood from £36k Full time Build Your Own Home. Lead Your Own Team. Become a Registered Manager. We are seeking an ambitious, compassionate, and motivated Trainee Manager who is ready to progress into a Registered Manager position through our structured Managers Development Programme. This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation committed to therapeutic, relationship-based care and develop into a confident and capable Registered Manager with full support, mentoring, and leadership development throughout your journey. The Opportunity Your journey will begin within our established operational children's home in Walsall Wood, which is currently transitioning into a specialist therapeutic bridging service. The home is being developed to support children and young people who are ready to transition from residential care into fostering placements but may have become "stuck" within residential services due to trauma, attachment difficulties, or placement instability. Essential Requirements Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Experience within children's residential care Understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice Willingness to complete or currently working toward Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification Full UK driving licence What We Offer Structured Managers Development Programme Clear progression pathway into Registered Manager role Full mentoring and leadership support Opportunity to shape and develop your own home Therapeutic and psychologically informed environment Supportive senior leadership team Ongoing professional development and training Opportunity to work alongside psychologists and fostering professionals Bonus structure linked to progression and development Excellent earning potential throughout the pathway If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Stoke on Trent area and would like to learn more, then please contact SaferHandSolutions and ask for Anna Ashley. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration. Please note, SaferHandCare are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies

Trainee Manager to Registered Manager Pathway Walsall Wood from £36k Full time Build Your Own Home. Lead Your Own Team. Become a Registered Manager. We are seeking an ambitious, compassionate, and motivated Trainee Manager who is ready to progress into a Registered Manager position through our structured Managers Development Programme. This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation committed to therapeutic, relationship-based care and develop into a confident and capable Registered Manager with full support, mentoring, and leadership development throughout your journey. The Opportunity Your journey will begin within our established operational children's home in Walsall Wood, which is currently transitioning into a specialist therapeutic bridging service. The home is being developed to support children and young people who are ready to transition from residential care into fostering placements but may have become "stuck" within residential services due to trauma, attachment difficulties, or placement instability. Essential Requirements Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Experience within children's residential care Understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice Willingness to complete or currently working toward Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification Full UK driving licence What We Offer Structured Managers Development Programme Clear progression pathway into Registered Manager role Full mentoring and leadership support Opportunity to shape and develop your own home Therapeutic and psychologically informed environment Supportive senior leadership team Ongoing professional development and training Opportunity to work alongside psychologists and fostering professionals Bonus structure linked to progression and development Excellent earning potential throughout the pathway If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Stoke on Trent area and would like to learn more, then please contact SaferHandSolutions and ask for Anna Ashley. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration. Please note, SaferHandCare are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies. TPBN1_UKTJ

Children's Residential Senior Support Worker Walsall Wood From £16 per hour + £50 per sleep in My client is a well-known, Children's Residential Care Company. My client believes that no child should be disadvantaged and that all children should be part of a community. This is an excellent opportunity for a Team Leader to join the Children's Home in Walsall Wood and works extremely well with external agencies including local authorities. In return for hard work and commitment you can expect, in addition to competitive pay and conditions and a range of benefits, to have a high-quality induction and ongoing training and development. As the Team Leader in Walsall Wood home, you will be responsible for deputising in the Deputy Managers' absence and supporting the Support Workers. The Team Leader will be: Leading and supervising a team of care staff in Walsall Wood children's residential home. Providing guidance, support, and mentorship to staff. Ensuring the team adheres to policies, procedures, and safeguarding regulations. Conducting staff meetings, appraisals, and performance reviews. Supporting with staff rotas and shift planning Ensuring the wellbeing, safety and welfare of the young people in the home. Responding appropriately to any incidents, safeguarding concerns or disclosures. Providing emotional and practical support to children, ensuring their needs are met. Creating and maintaining care plans tailored to individual children's needs. Encouraging children's independence, life skills, and positive behaviours. Supporting with education, activities, and social engagement. Addressing and managing challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques. Maintaining accurate records of children's care plans, daily logs, and incidents. Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Home Standards. Completing risk assessments and following health and safety protocols. Monitoring and ensuring compliance with legislation and organizational policies. Participating in inspections and audits, providing evidence of good practice. Working alongside social workers, therapists, teachers, and healthcare professionals. Attending and contributing to multi-disciplinary meetings. The ideal candidate for the Team Leader will have: NVQ Level 3/4 Residential Childcare. Experience working within a Children's setting, at least 2 years. Experience in a supervisory or leadership role. Safeguarding training and knowledge of child protection procedures. Empathy, patience, and resilience when working with vulnerable children. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle challenging behaviours effectively. Excellent organizational and administrative skills. Our client offers job satisfaction, long term prospects, good pay and conditions, a pension, a range of share schemes, good training opportunities to help you achieve recognised qualifications and a range of specially developed benefits: Employee Assistance Service including free & confidential advice on a range of issues including medical, financial, housing, legal and tax Pension contributions Professional training, development, and career pathways Wellbeing Programme Recommend a Friend scheme Long Service Awards If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Walsall Wood area and would like to learn more, then please contact SaferHandSolutions and ask for Anna Ashley. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration. Please note, SaferHandCare are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies

Job Title: Turnaround Manager – Children’s Residential Home | SEMH | Darlaston | £Flexible Location: Darlaston, West Midlands (WS10) Salary: Competitive / Flexible for the right candidate Job Type: Full-time | Permanent Sector: Children’s Residential Care Turnaround Manager – Children’s Residential Home Diamond Search Recruitment are proud to be representing our client in the search for a highly experienced Turnaround Manager / Registered Manager to lead the improvement and stabilisation of a 4-bed children’s residential home in Darlaston. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Children’s Home Manager with a strong Ofsted track record who thrives in improvement environments and is passionate about driving positive change for children and young people. The home supports young people aged 8–14 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, using PACE and therapeutic parenting approaches to create a safe and nurturing environment. The Opportunity This role will focus on leading the home through improvement and strengthening quality standards following a recent Ofsted rating of “Requires Improvement.” The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, regulatory knowledge and a child-centred mindset to support the team and create a stable, high-performing service. The home currently operates at 50% occupancy, providing the opportunity to shape the service, strengthen the team and build a positive culture focused on outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities Lead the operational turnaround and improvement plan for the children’s home Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes Quality Standards Provide strong leadership and direction to the residential care team Embed trauma-informed and therapeutic care practices including PACE Ensure the home provides a safe, stable and nurturing environment for children Drive quality improvement and prepare the home for the next Ofsted inspection Oversee staffing, recruitment, rotas and staff development Build strong relationships with local authorities, professionals and families Promote a culture of safeguarding, accountability and continuous improvement About You We are looking for a confident and resilient Children’s Residential Manager with experience improving or stabilising children’s homes. You will have: Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Turnaround Manager in children’s residential care Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes Standards Experience supporting children with SEMH, trauma or complex needs Demonstrable success improving services or Ofsted outcomes Excellent leadership and team development skills Strong safeguarding knowledge Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare Why Join This Organisation? Our client is committed to supporting both young people and staff to thrive, with a strong focus on wellbeing and development. Benefits include ✔ 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme ✔ Mental health and wellbeing resources ✔ Free online GP access ✔ Health Cash Plan and Cancer Cover ✔ Flexible pay through Wagestream ✔ Utility bill savings and financial wellbeing support ✔ Life Assurance ✔ Cycle to Work scheme ✔ Gym discounts and wellbeing programmes Apply Now If you are an experienced Registered Manager or Turnaround Manager within children’s residential care looking for an opportunity to lead meaningful change and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Apply today via Diamond Search Recruitment for a confidential discussion. Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy

Occupational Therapist – Children’s Services A local authority in Walasall is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their Children’s Services team. The service focuses on supporting children and young people with additional needs to maximise their independence, development, and participation in daily activities at home, school, and in the community. Occupational Therapists work closely with families, education settings, and health and social care professionals to deliver person-centred, strengths-based interventions. Main Duties: Undertake holistic Occupational Therapy assessments for children and young people with additional needs Strong understanding of complex equipment and both minor and major adaptations (for example, Disabled Facilities Grants - DFG) and implement minor adaptations - sound clinical reasoning is essential. Assess functional abilities relating to daily living skills, play, and participation at home and in educational settings Recommend and coordinate specialist equipment, adaptations, and assistive technology to support independence Carry out moving and handling assessments and provide practical advice to families, carers, and schools Work collaboratively with parents, carers, education staff, and multidisciplinary professionals Manage an allocated caseload, prioritising tasks in line with service and statutory responsibilities Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments and reviews where required Provide advice, guidance, and training to families, carers, and education staff Support service development and promote best practice within children’s occupational therapy servicesRequirements: Diploma/BSc in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Previous experience working with children and young people, ideally within community, education, or social care settings Experience completing functional assessments and recommending equipment or adaptations Knowledge of child development and supporting children with additional needs Strong communication and report writing skills Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can assist) Eligibility to work in the UK Driving licence and access to a vehicle desirableWhy Join Our Agency? With over 10 years of experience in social care recruitment, Ackerman Pierce offers personalised service and consistent support. Each candidate is assigned a dedicated consultant to assist throughout their placement. We offer a fast registration process, help with DBS checks, and guaranteed weekly payments. To discuss this Children’s Occupational Therapist role or similar positions, contact Ella Hajittofis or send your updated CV today

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We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare,

Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy to support your career development. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we’re one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. Join us as a Staff Nurse on our outpatients team, and together, you’ll

Customer-facing or field-based experience, particularly in a healthcare or clinical environment.

Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy to support your career development. The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. You’ll also have access to the Ramsay Academy

Head Receptionist – Luxury Salon (Gielly Green, London).Set the tone for a luxury salon experience - leading a front of house team where standards are everything.We are looking for a Head Receptionist to lead our front of house team and ensure a seamless, polished, and high-end client experience.Y

Part-Time Receptionist / Administrator Walsall – WS1 4NN £13–£14 per hour Start Date: 11/05/2026 We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Receptionist / Administrator to join our clients team in their Head Office in Walsall on a freelance/agency basis. Role Responsibilities: Front of house

Warehouse Operative - Night Shift - Biggleswade.Night shift (10pm – 6am), 5 over 7 days including weekends.The Co-op, Biggleswade Distribution Centre, Pegasus Drive, Biggleswade, SG18 8YY .Please check you can reliably commute to the warehouse before applying** .We’re looking for Warehouse Ope

We’re looking for reliable, detail-focused team members to take care of our accommodations, making sure every caravan, lodge, chalet, or apartment is fresh, clean, and ready for new arrivals. Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.

As a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, youll look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents to help us deliver the quality care they deserve. Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understand

We’re proud to support meaningful careers, not just jobs, for those with Armed Forces experience and their partners.

We’re proud to support meaningful careers, not just jobs, for those with Armed Forces experience and their partners.

What you’ll get in return - Opportunity to work on high-profile UK & international projects - A collaborative, technically driven team - Exposure to real-world engineering challenges and delivery - Career development within a growing, specialist organisation Benefits include: - Competitive sala

A logistics company in Willenhall is seeking a Warehouse Operative to ensure accurate replenishment and efficient loading of customer orders.The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling and loading goods safely, marking and storing orders awaiting dispatch, and driving machinery in a

The Kingsley School in the United Kingdom is seeking a Cleaner to join their team.This part-time position requires flexibility with hours between 4pm and 10pm during term time.No prior experience is required as full training and induction will be provided.The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic a

You will undertake normal Warehouse Operative activities such as the assembly and/or loading of customers' orders.We are seeking motivated, friendly, hard-working individuals who thrive in a dynamic work environment.Accurate assembly of customer orders.Loading goods on to cages and/or packing goods

Develop and implement anesthesia care plans. Provide post‑anesthesia care and monitor patient recovery. Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing staff to ensure patient safety and quality care.