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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 shift leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate 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 shift leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. You’ll be a part of taking care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. As a shift leader you will also make sure that the staff team are supported and the home is operating at our high standards, prepared to step up to deputise for the Team Leaders. We’re looking for someone able to relate to and build relationships with our young people. Compassionate, emotionally resilient, and supportive, you’ll also be able to provide the leadership that inspires your colleagues. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Salary: Base salary of £30,991 - £35,400 * Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you’ll do up 1-2 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep and £1,400 Attendance Allowance – assuming good attendance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus - on successful completion of probation & £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment) * Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday * Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group – plus you could join our ‘Aspire’ future managers programme * Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Meals provided while you’re at work * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don’t need experience, but there are a few things we’ll be looking for from you: * A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others * We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must * The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations * A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months * If you don’t have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You’ll start life as a RSW by joining our ‘Care Academy’ – 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___. To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

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. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate 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. Check out this ___on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like. You’ll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether that’s playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting – not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It’s about tapping into each young person’s needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400 * Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you’ll do 1-2 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep and £1,400 Attendance Allowance – assuming good attendance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus - on successful completion of probation & £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment) * Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday * Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group – plus you could join our ‘Aspire’ future managers programme * Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Meals provided while you’re at work * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don’t need experience, but there are a few things we’ll be looking for from you: * A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others * We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must * The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations * A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months * If you don’t have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You’ll start life as a RSW by joining our ‘Care Academy’ – 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___. To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

We’re looking for a Solicitor or CILEX lawyer (up to ~3 years’ PQE) to join a Court of Protection Health & Welfare team, helping people who cannot make decisions about their care, treatment, or living arrangements. About the role: • Support vulnerable clients and their families with best-interest decisions, • Assist with Court of Protection applications, • Provide clear, calm guidance in sensitive situations, • Work alongside health, social care and rehab professionals, • Mix of Legal Aid and private client work Location & hours: • Based in Durham (some travel may be required), • Full-time, 35 hours, flexible working About you: • Solicitor or CILEX with up to 3 years’ PQE, • Experience with vulnerable clients (family law, mental health, safeguarding or COP work), • Excellent communicator with a calm, empathetic approach, • Motivated to learn and grow in a specialist area Why this matters: This is a chance to develop specialist expertise while genuinely improving lives. You’ll join a supportive, values-driven team that prizes kindness, integrity, and collaboration.

Great food in the workplace isn’t simply about fuel. It’s about increasing productivity and improving performance; it’s about happy motivated people and inspiring environments. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do - we live to bring food and people together. We are brave, bold and curious adventurers in food and drink. Never shy of being different, always challenging the conventional. Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday. Come and join our award winning teams - we are currently recruiting for a Chef Manager to join our team in County Durham. Location: Barnard Castle , County Durham, DL12 8DT Rate of Pay: £40,000 per annum Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week, 08:00am - 16:30pm Key Responsibilities: • Oversee daily kitchen operations, with a primary focus on breakfast, brunch, and dinner services, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and timeliness., • Lead, manage, and support a team of 10 kitchen and front-of-house staff, fostering a positive working environment and ensuring consistent performance through active supervision and engagement., • Develop and plan menus in line with seasonal availability, customer preferences, and budgetary guidelines, while maintaining variety, nutritional balance, and cost control., • Manage staff rotas and scheduling, ensuring appropriate coverage across all services and monitoring working hours to comply with labor regulations and operational needs., • Conduct regular stock takes and maintain stock levels, placing timely orders, minimising waste, and ensuring cost-effective use of resources., • Facilitate effective communication within the team through regular meetings and clear, timely updates to ensure alignment on daily operations, service expectations, and kitchen priorities. What's in it for you? Working with Gather and Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy. • Personal Development and Training opportunities, • Life assurance scheme, • Pension scheme, • Holiday allowance, • Access to Healthcare Support App which includesAnnual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion, • Eye care, • A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance, • Family friendly support, • Regular social events and communication with our leaders, • A holiday purchase scheme, • Volunteering days, • Professional subscriptions, • Recognition schemes and people awards, • Long service awards, • Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Mental Health/Homeless Nurse – County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services Employer: Service Care Solutions Location: County Durham Contract: ASAP start until 31st March 2026 Hours: Monday – Friday, 37. You will manage your own caseload autonomously, provide comprehensive care, a

We are looking for a Relief Support Worker to join our friendly staff team.Our vibrant supported living service in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, supports individuals with learning disabilities, complex needs, mental health needs and autism.We are committed to providing quality person-centred care

Team Leader Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health, Complex Needs Supported Living Shildon, County Durham, DL4 Salary: £13.14 per hour (£27,331.20 per annum) Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Days Only £500 Joining bonus Are you ready to take the next step in your social care career as a Team Leader. This trusted provider of supported living and outreach services for adults with learning di...

Careline Lifestyles is a family-run specialist care provider offering high-quality residential, nursing, and specialist support services for adults with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health needs, and complex physical disabilities. This role is ideal for an experienced hea

Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMN. Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMN. Join us as our new Registered Nurse at Hylton Grangecare home in Sunderland.

About Exemplar Health Care Hylton Grange is part of Exemplar Health Care, a leading provider of nursing care for adults living with complex and high acuity needs. No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include: assessing, planning and implementing care for the

The role includes handling court of protection applications, advising on deprivation of liberty, and providing general legal guidance in adult social care and mental health. A leading public sector organization in the West Midlands is seeking an Adult Social Care Solicitor for a locum position lasti

Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMNWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMNFind out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered. Care Home: Hylton Grange&

This locum position spans an initial 3-6 months and involves managing a varied caseload, including court of protection applications and providing general legal advice on adult social care and mental health issues. A respected legal recruitment agency is seeking an Adult Social Care Solicitor to join

No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include: assessing, planning and implementing care for the people we support providing person-centred and evidence-based nursing care developing collaborative needs-based care plans through assessment, planning, implementat

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Specialist Mental Health Forensic Practitioner based in the UK. Candidates must have at least 5 years of mental health experience, and a relevant nursing qualification.

Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMN Care Home: Hylton Grange Location: Sunderland (SR4) Contract type: Part Time / Full Time - 12 hour shifts- Up to 48 hours Rate/Salary: £20. Job Description Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMN When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the onl

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Clinical Lead to join their team at HMP Northumberland. This role involves providing clinical leadership and developing care programmes for vulnerable patients with complex needs.

Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMN Care Home: Hylton Grange Location: Sunderland (SR4) Contract type: Part Time / Full Time - 12 hour shifts- Up to 48 hours Rate/Salary: £20. Job Description Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMN When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the on

A healthcare organization in Greater London is seeking a Physical Healthcare Nurse. You will conduct healthcare assessments, document patient interactions, and support your colleagues.

A leading mental health service provider in Greater London is seeking a Clinical Lead to establish and oversee a new residential service. This role encompasses ensuring high-quality patient care, leading and mentoring the staff team, and managing clinical risks.

Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMNWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Registered Mental Health Nurse - RMN.