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PLUS 30% bonus accrued each year 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. As a Registered Manager you will make sure that the home environment can support this by ensuring both your staff and the young people feel secure, safe and motivated. 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. This is all made possible because our service is holistic and touches on every aspect of our young people’s developmental needs. From our Psychologists and Occupational Therapists to many other clinical team members who feed into the overall picture we achieve positive outcomes by having the most joined-up service in SEND. By managing the day to day operations in the home and taking ownership of Ofsted requirements you enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. You will actively be involved with new referrals and be safe in the knowledge that you will be providing a home in the UKs leading provider of specialist education and care. 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 £51,331 - £63,553 Bonuses: Bonus of 10% of salary reviewed annually, £2,500 on call bonus (approx. 10 weekends per year) and Attendance allowance £1,400 You also receive a long-term incentive plan – a bonus of 30% of salary accrued each year and paid as a future lump sum 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 regional managers have been promoted from within our group 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 Private Health Insurance and 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. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential. Here’s what we need from you; Experience managing an Ofsted rated Good or Outstanding children’s home A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference Level 5 Diploma qualification in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months 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

We're currently recruiting for a Deputy Manager (Dual Role) on behalf of a growing organisation that provides specialist residential care and support for children and young people with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional who is passionate about making a difference. Supporting the operation of two children's homes in Sunderland, you'll play a key role in ensuring high standards of care, maintaining Ofsted compliance, and helping children and young people reach their full potential. Working closely with senior management, you'll support staff teams, promote a positive and therapeutic environment, and contribute to the ongoing success and development of both services. Key Responsibilities • Support the day-to-day management of two children's residential homes, • Lead, supervise and develop residential care teams, • Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding procedures and Quality Standards, • Promote person-centred, therapeutic and outcome-focused care, • Support children and young people with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs, • Assist with recruitment, training, supervision and performance management of staff, • Support workforce planning, staffing rotas and service delivery, • Contribute to audits, inspections and continuous improvement initiatives, • Build positive relationships with families, social workers and external professionals, • Participate in the management on-call rota, • Maintain accurate records, care plans and compliance documentation, • Support the achievement of positive outcomes for children and young people About You • Minimum two years' experience within a children's residential care setting, • Experience supporting children and young people with autism, learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge, • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures and Children's Homes Regulations, • Experience working within an Ofsted-regulated service, • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), • Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification or willingness to work towards, • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • Compassionate, resilient and committed to delivering outstanding care, • Full UK driving licence What's on Offer • £40,000 per annum, • Permanent, full-time position, • Opportunity to support and influence two children's residential services, • Supportive and values-driven working environment, • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, • Career progression within a growing organisation, • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people If you're an experienced Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in your career and play a key role across multiple residential services, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment for a confidential discussion

Fostering Team Manager - Outstanding Ofsted Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum Location: Berkshire NonStop Consulting is working with a well-established Independent Fostering Agency with an Outstanding Ofsted rating in the Berkshire area, to assist them in finding an experienced Fostering Team Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a very stable service with an impressive staff retention rate. Managers stay with the organisation for an average of around 10 years, and there are currently no locum staff across the service nationally. Benefits: Salary up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience Outstanding Ofsted rating Excellent staff and management retention Average management retention of around 10 years No locum staff across the service nationally Established team of approximately 8 staff Support from 2 Senior Supervising Social Workers and an Assistant Team Manager Stable and supportive working environment Excellent opportunity for development and progression Interviews available quickly for suitable candidates Key Responsibilities: As the Fostering Team Manager, you will lead an established team of approximately 8 staff, including 2 Senior Supervising Social Workers and an Assistant Team Manager. The team supports around 70 fostering households and 80 children. You will manage and allocate work, monitor performance and maintain high standards of practice across the team. You will also provide direct support to Supervising Social Workers, helping to guide and develop their practice while ensuring a high-quality fostering service is delivered to children, young people and foster carers. This is an office-based position in Berkshire. Requirements: Qualified Social Worker Social Work England registration Fostering management experience Strong knowledge of safeguarding and fostering practice Full UK driving licence and access to a car Ability to work flexibly when requiredIf you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through this website or contact Roxana Andrei at NonStop Consulting on

Seeking an OFSTED Registered Manager for a children's residential home in Wallington, Sutton.

The Registered Manager will lead the day-to-day operations of the children's home, ensuring compliance and staff development.

Experienced Registered Manager sought to lead a new 4-bedded residential children's home providing short-break care.

Manage Ofsted approval and operations for a children's home, ensuring compliance and leading a care team.

The Registered Manager will lead a children’s residential home, ensuring outstanding care, safeguarding, and Ofsted compliance.

Seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a new 4-bedded residential children's home providing short-break care for children.The role involves managing the home and ensuring high standards of care.

Registered Manager Specialist Solo Childrens Home Location: Nottingham.Salary:£60,000£65,000 per annum, depending on experience.We are seeking an experienced, resilient and highly capableRegistered Managerto lead a new specialist solo childrens home in Nottingham.This is a unique opportunity to es

Social Worker – (Fostering and Adoption).Renfrewshire Council is committed to providing the highest quality Children's Services.An exciting new opportunity has arisen within the Fostering and Adoption Service for two Social Workers.We are a forward thinking, innovative service dedicated to ensurin

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Leading Change, Shaping Services, Improving Outcomes.Renfrewshire Health & Social Care Partnership is seeking two values-led Registered Managers to lead and develop key adult services.These are senior leadership opportunities to help shape the future of adult health and social care services.Working

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SEND Teaching Assistant – Peterborough Location: PE15 0 , Cambridgeshire Hourly Rate: £20-£25 Flexible Hours: 10 to 30 per week | Term-time only Make a difference where it matters most.AP Education is pleased to collaborate with local

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Children’s Social Worker – Leaving Care & Transitions London Borough of Bexley | £34.ASAP Start | Flexible Working Help young people build independence, confidence and a brighter future.SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Children’s Social Worker for a full-time locum op

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Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and additional learning needs? Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a dedicated ASC Primary School Teaching Assistant to join a highly supportive specialist school in the P

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Teaching Assistant - EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Location: Lincoln and Surrounding Areas Salary: £85.Depending on Experience) Job Type: Supply, Long-Term, Part-Time Start Date: September 2026 Are you passionate about supporting children as they learn, grow, and gain confidence? Whether you enjoy working

Location: East Sussex Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only Academics are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school in East Sussex from September 2026.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is pass

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