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Registered Manager\n Medway\n Competative Salary\n Full time\n Permanent\n \n \nWe are looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our established children's residential home in Medway\n \n \nAs Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and development of the young people in our care. You will lead, inspi...\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Night Care Team Leader When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Lead with Compassion. Inspire Excellence. Make Every Night Matter. Are you an experienced care professional with an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care looking to take the next step in your career? At Crystal Care Collection, we're passionate about creating exceptional homes where residents receive outstanding care and our team members feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive. We're looking for a dedicated Night Care Team Leader / Night Deputy Manager to join our team and play a key role in leading our night care team, maintaining the highest standards of care and ensuring our residents enjoy safe, comfortable and peaceful nights. About the Role As a Night Care Team Leader / Night Deputy Manager , you'll lead by example, supporting and mentoring the night care team to deliver outstanding person-centred care that enables residents to live fulfilled, enriched and dignified lives. You'll be responsible for the smooth and safe operation of the home throughout the night, taking charge outside normal office hours and ensuring high standards of care, regulatory compliance and resident wellbeing are maintained at all times. Working closely with the General Manager and wider management team, you'll help create a positive culture where both residents and colleagues can thrive. Key Responsibilities Take responsibility for the safe and effective running of the home throughout the night, acting as the person in charge outside office hours or in the absence of the General Manager. Lead, coach and support the night care team, ensuring exceptional person-centred care is delivered consistently. Deliver and oversee high-quality personal care in accordance with individual care plans, promoting dignity, independence and choice. Act as a Key Worker for allocated residents, ensuring their care plans are implemented, reviewed and updated to reflect their changing needs. Safely administer, order and record medication in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements and best practice. Monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, responding promptly to concerns, escalating where appropriate and maintaining accurate care records. Liaise effectively with healthcare professionals, emergency services, relatives and the on-call management team to ensure continuity of care. Provide supervision, guidance and ongoing support to Senior Care Assistants and Care Assistants, promoting best practice and maintaining high standards across the night team. Support the induction, coaching and development of newly appointed care colleagues, fostering a positive and supportive working environment. Complete delegated audits, quality checks, supervisions and other management responsibilities as required. Support residents' emotional, social and wellbeing needs, encouraging meaningful engagement whenever appropriate. Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, ensuring all colleagues do the same. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, Infection Prevention & Control, Safeguarding and all relevant health and social care legislation. Provide hands-on care and practical support wherever required to ensure residents receive exceptional care throughout the night. Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed by the General Manager About You We're looking for someone who: Holds an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). Has previous experience working in a Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader or leadership role within a residential or nursing care environment. Is confident leading a team and making decisions independently during night shifts. Has experience administering medication and maintaining accurate care documentation. Has excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills. Leads by example and enjoys coaching, mentoring and developing colleagues. Can remain calm, confident and professional when managing emergencies or unexpected situations. Is committed to delivering exceptional resident care while maintaining the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance. Working Pattern This role operates on a permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on followed by three consecutive shifts off. Shift Options Full Time Nights 8:00pm 8:00am Average 42 hours per week Pay Rates Nights: £16.92 per hour What We Offer Full induction training programme Paid breaks Fully funded Blue Light Card Fully funded Enhanced DBS check Refer a Friend bonus scheme Uniform tunic provided Pay Day Breakfast Free meal on shift Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities A supportive management team with genuine opportunities for career progression Ready to Join Us? If you're a caring, motivated leader who thrives on supporting others and is passionate about delivering outstanding care throughout the night, we'd love to hear from you. Complete the application form below to apply today. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Our screening and recruitment process is conducted in line with Crystal Care Collection's Safeguarding Policy. #IND5 TPBN1_UKTJ

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home Chatham, Kent | Start Monday Start Monday is recruiting an experienced Registered Manager for a four-bed Ofsted-registered children's home in Chatham, supporting young people aged 12-17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This is an opportunity for a confident, child-centred leader to manage the day-to-day running of the home, lead and develop the staff team, maintain high standards of care and safeguarding, and ensure full regulatory compliance. You will need: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or equivalent. At least five years' relevant experience in children's residential care. A minimum of two years' management experience within an Ofsted-registered children's home. A recent Ofsted inspection grading of Good or Outstanding. Strong knowledge of safeguarding, legislation and regulatory requirements. A full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to participate in an on-call rota. We are looking for a resilient, approachable leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Interested in learning more? Contact Jo at Start Monday on 01233 663315 or email for a confidential discussion. TPBN1_UKTJ

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Start a rewarding career in care Cygnet Group is looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join the day team at The Squirrels . This is an excellent opportunity whether you already work in health and social care or are looking for your first care job and a new career where you can make a genuine difference. You do not need previous experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant to apply. If you share our values and bring patience, empathy, reliability and a willingness to learn, we will provide the fully paid training, induction and ongoing support you need to grow in the role. No two days are the same. You will help the people we support enjoy fulfilling, independent and active lives at The Squirrels and in the local community. About the role This is a permanent, 42-hour-per-week Support Worker position, working 12-hour day shifts across a seven-day rota. The rota includes approximately two weekends each month. Shift times vary, with some beginning at 7:00 am and others finishing at 10:00 pm. Provide compassionate, person-centred care and support tailored to individual needs. Encourage independence, choice, dignity and wellbeing in everyday life. Support daily routines, meaningful activities, social events and access to the local community. Build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues. Follow individual support plans and contribute to a safe, comfortable and effective care environment. Work collaboratively as part of a supportive residential care team. About The Squirrels The Squirrels is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, including people who may present with behaviours that challenge, communication differences or complex needs. The service promotes independence, community integration and a safe, comfortable care environment. Who we are looking for Experience is welcome, but it is not essential. We are more interested in your values, attitude and commitment to helping others. You may be an experienced Support Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Residential Support Worker, Autism Support Worker or Learning Disability Support Worker, or you may be completely new to care and ready to learn. A caring, compassionate and respectful approach. A genuine desire to support adults with autism and learning disabilities. Patience, resilience and a calm, positive attitude. Good communication skills and the confidence to build trusting relationships. A reliable, team-focused approach and willingness to learn. Flexibility to work 12-hour day shifts, weekends and a seven-day rota. Commitment to person-centred support, safeguarding, dignity, choice and independence. Full training and support from day one Starting a new career in care can feel like a big step, so you will not be expected to know everything when you join. Cygnet provides a fully paid induction and training programme to help you build the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed for the role. You will also receive ongoing support from colleagues and have access to career development opportunities, funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications. Why join Cygnet? £13.45 to £14.00 per hour. Permanent contract for 42 hours per week. Fully paid training and induction, with ongoing support. Free meal while on shift and paid breaks. 28 days of paid annual leave, including bank holidays. NHS Blue Light Discount Card. Contributory pension scheme. Access to staff support and wellbeing services through Cygnet's online portal. Career development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications. Who we support Adults aged 18 and over. People with autism and/or learning disabilities. People who may present with behaviours that challenge. Residents with communication differences and complex support needs. Ready to begin your career in care? If you are compassionate, reliable and ready to learn, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become a Day Support Worker at The Squirrels. No previous care experience is required because full paid training and support are provided. Important information Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible. What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply TPBN1_UKTJ

As a Bank Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Many of our Senior Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioners, Care Community Leads or on to nursing pathways.