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Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £28,350 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to live safely. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP

Contract: Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts) Salary : Basic salary of £36,385.44 with a potential to earn up to a total of £40,489.44 with sleep in shifts and being on call. Location: Soham, Cambridgeshire NEW HOME OPENING! Area Camden The Area Camden group are part of the Polaris Community and aims to provide the highest levels of care and service to enable young people to achieve their goals. As Deputy Manager you will support the Registered Manager in all aspects of the day-to-day running of Area Camden's service delivery. Promoting a caring environment which provides young people aged 11 to 18 with a high standard of specialised personal care, meeting individual needs and ensuring everyone is treated with respect and dignity and rights to privacy and independence. To support the Registered Manager to supervise, monitor and evaluate the care delivered to young people ensuring legal and up to date registration requirements are delivered in line with Area Camden's Statement of Purpose. Main Duties: To work under the direction of the Registered Manager (RM) - homes manager and deputise for the Registered Manager as and when required. To supervise Key/Support Workers and ensure supervision processes are implemented and recorded with designated staff. To support the RM with the day-to-day running of all aspects of the home including; the standards and quality of care, recruitment and training, communication with the team, the premises of the Care Home and financial matters. To recognise and assess individuals' needs, involving relevant professional agencies and relatives where needed, in order to formulate personalised care plans for each individual including identifying and supporting young people's cultural, social and emotional needs and interests. To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to young people following individual care plans carefully and ensuring all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. Promoting the social and emotional wellbeing & development of young people and to consistently strive to further develop these skills. To promote and encourage positive behaviour, education, independence and self-determination. To ensure services are delivered in a non-judgemental and anti-discriminatory manner challenging oppression or discrimination in a positive and appropriate manner. To promote and encourage active participation in decision making processes to ensure young people receive a holistic approach to their development. Responsible for understanding and complying with statutory and legal requirements relevant throughout the home, including Ofsted, CQC, COSHH, Health and Safety and all aspects of the Health & Social Care Act & the Children's homes regulations 2015 (England) to maintain a safe and secure environment throughout the home. To ensure all appropriate risks assessments are updated and all staff informed of any changes to health and safety legislation. To support the RM with the effective running of the home ensuring all legislation and regulations concerning environmental health, infection control, building control, planning and health and safety are met and all risk assessments are regularly carried out (including fire checks) to meet the high standards expected by Area Camden. Click apply now to view the full list of duties on our careers portal Essential skills required: Residential childcare experience (2+ years) Hold Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent Child Protection experience Leadership and staff supervision skills Well-developed written and verbal communication Management of budgets and staff rotas Project management skills and have an enthusiastic disposition Demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal development Be proactive, solution focused and have an enthusiastic disposition Benefits: A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role Weekly rota on rotation 08:00pm- 20:00pm i.e. (1 week) - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday= 36 hours. (2 week) - Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday= 48 hours A sleep in allowance of up to £85.50 per night (10pm-7am)- potential extra earning of up to £4104 Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month 236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays) Holiday increase per year - 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours) Pension scheme after a qualifying period- 3% Employer contribution Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDRESHP

Contract: 35 hours per week plus sleep in shifts Salary: Up to £26,582.40 (includes sleep in shifts) Location: Leeds LCS are looking for committed and enthusiastic Residential Childcare Support Workers to work full time 35 hours plus 2 sleep ins per week with the opportunity to work additional hours. You will be working on a rota basis which may include evening and weekends. Flexibility in your availability is a must! Our vision is to make a positive and lasting difference to young people who have been in care and are moving towards independence. We provide young people with accommodation/housing, as well as support them to move towards independent living and educational achievements. As a Support Worker your role involves engaging, motivating and encouraging young people placed in their individual flat or shared house. Young people supported by LCS are vulnerable and you are responsible for ensuring that the home in which you are working provides a safe, welcoming and healthy environment for the young person living there. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Offer practical support and guidance to young people in line with their individual care plan to enable them to develop skills needed to live independently and to achieve in their education Maintain positive working relationships with young people, staff and professionals by communicating effectively at all times. Support a young person in Education, Employment and Training, who is working towards an accredited learning qualification, by evidencing work completed and submitting this to the relevant instructor. Maintain appropriate links in the community - e.g., educational provisions, sport centre, youth clubs. ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE: Flexibility in their availability as the roles involve shift work - sleep-in nights, evenings and weekends Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to study towards this Experience of working with attachment and trauma is desirable Experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues is desirable Have an understanding of the issues that face young people in care Be willing to travel so a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable, although good public transport links are available in this area should you have no access to a vehicle Computer experience to an intermediate level WHAT WE OFFER: On-the-Job Accredited Training Opportunities to gain NVQ Qualifications Access to accredited online courses/qualifications Regular Supervisions Pension scheme Employee discount scheme 28 days' Annual Leave (including bank holidays) Cost of travel is covered above £5 to support with commute The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check for this position. LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. INDRESMP

Support Coordinator We re looking for innovative, passionate and professional individuals with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services based in the Oldham, Rochdale or Manchester area. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following a stroke. We have 3 vacancies available: 1 x Rochdale - 28 hours per week 1 x Oldham - 28 hours per week 1 x Manchester - 28 hours per week These are homebased roles and flexible working and job share applications are welcomed. Position: S11238 Stroke Support Coordinator (three posts) Location: Homebased/Oldham, Rochdale or Manchester. However, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (will include team meetings, other work related meetings and home visits). Hours: 3 x 28 hours per week. Please stipulate on your cover letter if you have a preference in area. Salary: Circa £21,391 per annum (FTE circa £26,700 per annum) Contract: Services are contracted and there is currently funding for these contracts until March 2026. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 16 March 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Interview Date: Week commencing 24 March 2025 Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. The Stroke Support Coordinator will: • Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. • Provide personalised information, advice and support. • Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes to live well after stroke. • Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke. About You You will: • Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities. • Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions. • Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs. • Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role. Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement, and in the main body of your email when applying for the role. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Job role: Senior Residential Youth Support Worker Contract: Full time, Permanent Location: Daventry Salary: £29,366 - £33,195 per annum (Inclusive of sleep-in payments and attendance bonus) Working in our residential children's homes at Homes2Inspire means working for a dedicated team providing nurturing and supportive environments for young people in our care. We are committed to helping build a brighter future for our young people by offering stability, guidance, and pathways to becoming well-rounded adults - and our support staff are there every step of the way! The nature of the role varies in pace, and you will be working directly with vulnerable young people who have adverse backgrounds and require a trauma-informed nurturing environment. For some young people, the behaviours caused by previous trauma can mean that it is too risky for them to live with others, and smaller homes with higher staffing ratios are required to ensure that young people in need have a place to call home and the support system in place to work through difficult emotions and behaviours. If you are passionate about helping young people and colleagues reach their full potential and have experience working with young people in a residential setting or transferrable experience in a similar role with young people, we would love to hear from you. Homes2Inspire are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. What you'll bring: Minimum 1 years' experience working with children and young people in a residential setting QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent (In line with Ofsted requirements) Resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations. Positive role model - honesty and empathy are a must. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends to meet operational needs of the home A full UK Driving Licence (preferred) Key responsibilities: Providing support to the Deputy Manager and Home Manager of the home whilst on shift and performing senior duties as directed Helping to create a positive and safe environment for each young person Maintaining good professional practices in accordance with Homes2Inspire expectations, Ofsted Regulations and the Quality Care Standards for children's homes Contributing to reviewing and implementing young person's care plans and risk assessments Forming effective relationships with young people, their families (if appropriate) and external agencies What We Offer: The chance to have a meaningful impact on the lives of young people 3 weeks of off-the-job training with an extensive training course and support to prepare you for the role Funded opportunity to achieve QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification Continued professional development opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment Attendance bonus scheme offers earning potential of an additional £1400 per annum 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays with increases with length of service (up to 33 days after 5 years' service) and ability to purchase additional annual leave Awards & Recognition - From Long Service Awards to Non-Absence Awards, we recognise the hard work and effort our people put and ensure we reward where we can Medicash - claim back an annual cost of everyday healthcare, such as dental, optical treatment and specialist treatment for yourself and your family members Wellbeing Support - Employee Assistant Program (EAP) 24/7 access to support via phone, sms, whatsapp and live chat. 8 free counselling sessions/short-term solutions provided. There is also an internal health and wellbeing team who are on hand and available to provide professional help and support during difficult times 'Refer a Friend' scheme where employees can earn a £500.00 bonus every time for referring the right candidate to us Shopping, Cinema and Holiday discounts - you can also sign up to the Blue Light discount card for £4.99 for 2 years to access additional online and retail savings Cycle to Work Scheme - A cost-effective solution to getting new cycling equipment Subsidised days out and activities with our young people Meals included during shifts Please note: All successful candidates will be subject to a vetting process in line with safer recruitment requirements. This includes right to work checks, Enhanced DBS Check for Children and Adults workforce (H2I will cover the cost of this check) and satisfactory reference checks in line with safer recruitment requirements. Shaw Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We are not able to support visa sponsorship applications. We are a disability confident leader dedicated to supporting care leavers by offering guaranteed job interviews if you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Homes2Inspire is part of Shaw Trust and is the only Ofsted Top 10 residential childcare provider that is charity-owned, to learn more about us and information on all opportunities available, please visit or contact the careers team at or

Job role: Deputy Children's Home Manager (Brand New Home) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Location: Ilminster, Somerset Salary: £34,320 - £36,400 per annum plus on-call allowance We believe every child and young person has the right to a safe place to live where they are listened to, cared for and understood. Do you? If the answer's yes, then your next career step could be working for us. We're looking for an exceptional person to join us in the first of ten new Children's Homes in partnership with Homes2inspire Limited, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and Somerset County Council. This is a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to assist in developing a new service within Somerset. The successful candidate will be an inspirational role model for the young person, while demonstrating to the young people the value of education, care and development to achieve better outcomes The role offers lots of scope for development and progression for the right person within this innovative and forward-thinking service. What you'll bring: Minimum 2 years' experience working with Children and Young People in a Residential setting Recent experience working either as a Children's Home Deputy Manager or as a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker in a Children's Home Minimum QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent (In line with Ofsted requirements) Enthusiasm and commitment to completing QCF Level 5 Children, Young People and Families Manager qualification Flexibility to cover shifts in line with the needs of the home A full UK Driving Licence What can Homes2Inspire offer you? A unique opportunity to help shape and develop our new Residential Children's home service within Somerset. With multiple homes, in multiple locations opening across Somerset, we are sure to have a role right for you. An award-winning employee wellbeing support package from an employer with an over 80% employee engagement rating A salary of £33,000 - £35,000 per annum A three-week comprehensive induction package to make you feel at home with our way of working and expectations Consultation and development opportunities to enable you to work confidently to support children and young people's emotional and mental health. Opportunities to shadow and spend time with colleagues from across the partnership organisations to understand each other's roles and share your knowledge and skills. Professional development training to progress internally into roles with Homes2Inspire, a national top ten residential children's home provider, Somerset County Council or Somerset NHS Foundation Trust 28 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays Life assurance, extensive high street discounts and healthcare cash plan It is essential that the Deputy Home Manager has experience of working with children in a residential setting, we welcome experienced Senior Support Workers or Team Leaders who are looking for the next steps in their career as well as existing managers who are looking for a new role in a reputable company The successful candidate will work in conjunction with the Registered Home Manager and deputise for them during absence periods. This will include all aspects of the day to day running of the Children's Home ensuring and promoting the safeguarding of children and young people. The Deputy Home Manager will be expected to work with the children and young people on a daily basis to ensure they are provided with the best possible care, as well as maintain the management of the home and complete office-based work. About the partnership Homes2inspire Limited, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and Somerset County Council have formed a unique partnership to offer homes and support for children and young people within Somerset who have experienced significant trauma and difficulties in their lives. We are creating a different sort of home and care for children and young people which offers them flexibility and support from a full range of people that can help them. This home is part of a wider service we are developing together including, more children's homes, high needs foster carers, CAMHS (Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services) intensive treatment houses and therapeutic education. Homes2inspire is a leading provider of Children's Homes with 30 homes across the UK. Our teams strive for excellence for our children. The partnership is also able to offer wider support and clinical supervision with mental health and social work practitioners. Working as part of a diverse multi-disciplinary professional team offers you the opportunity to share and develop best practice. Being part of this wider team within the partnership will enable you to be part of a different way of making inspirational futures for children and young people. Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role. Due to our partnership with Somerset County Council, please be aware that personal information given by applicants may be shared with Somerset County Council at any stage of the recruitment process. Please Note all successful candidates will be subject to a vetting process, inclusive of a DBS check, Right to Work checks and references will be obtained. Homes2Inspire Ltd are proud to be a part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity helping to transform the lives of young people and adults across the UK. For any questions on the role, please contact our Careers Team on . Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

We are looking to appoint a Registered Children's Home Manager to open our brand new 2 bedded home in Brackley, Northamptonshire. The home is expected to open in July 2025. Interviews will be held ASAP! Salary: £46,781.00 per annum plus £10,000 bonus Overview: This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Regional Manager to set up and open this new 2 bedded home in Brackley and also be part of the recruitment and selection process to build the team of a deputy, seniors and support workers. Being a Registered Children's Home Manager at Homes2Inspire means being a part of the only charity-owned provider of residential children's homes in Ofsted's top 10 providers! Homes2Inspire is fuelled by purpose and innovation, and a remarkable 92% of Homes2Inspire Residential Homes are Ofsted rated Good of Outstanding. Our dedicated teams are committed to ensuring young people have a place to call home, and a support system in place focussed on child-centred outcomes such as stability, well-being and the long-term improvement of lives. As the Registered Home Manager you will lead the staff team and guide the home forward towards ensuring a secure, safe, and motivating environment for both the children and young people, fostering an atmosphere where they can thrive. What you'll bring: The right candidate must have a QCF level 5 in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare (or working towards) Minimum of 2 years recent experience working in a Registered Children's Home setting in supervisory role. Substantive experience in a Managerial role including supervisory experience. Thorough understanding of the regulations and legislations which set the standards within a Children's Home setting Proven track record with Ofsted Ability to work closely with Responsible Individual and key individuals within the strategic partnership Full UK Driving Licence Enhanced DBS on the update service Other benefits include: 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Medicash - claim back an annual cost of everyday healthcare, such as dental, optical treatment and specialist treatment Employee Assistant Program (EAP) - 24/7 access to support via phone, sms, whatsapp and live chat. 8 free counselling sessions/short-term solutions provided- Wellbeing support - We have an internal health and wellbeing team who are on hand and available to provide professional help and support during difficult times. Our team all have an NHS clinical background and are trained in their field of expertise Shopping, Cinema and Holiday discounts - you can also sign up to the Blue Light discount card for £4.99 for 2 years to access additional online and retail savings Cycle to Work Scheme - A cost-effective solution to getting new cycling equipment 'Refer a Friend' scheme where employees can earn a £500.00 bonus for every successful applicant referred to us Please note: All successful applicants will be subject to a vetting process in line with safer recruitment requirements. This includes right to work checks, Enhanced DBS Check for Children and Adults workforce (H2I will cover the cost of this check) and satisfactory reference checks in line with safer recruitment requirements. Shaw Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We are not able to support visa sponsorship applications. To learn more about Homes2Inspire and for further information on all opportunities available, please visit or contact the careers team at or Join a diverse and inclusive organisation Shaw Trust is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment, where every employee, regardless of their background or lived experience, feels that they belong and can progress in their career. In our most recent colleague survey "86% of our colleagues say we demonstrate a true commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion".

Job role: Senior Support Worker - Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs Contract: Full-time, Permanent Location: Great Houghton, Northamptonshire Salary: £27,785 - £30,275 per annum Hourly rate: £13.36 - £14.56 per hour Bonus: Opportunity to earn £1400 attendance bonus Homes2Inspire are working in partnership with Northamptonshire Children's Trust, North Northamptonshire Council to create a new home in Great Houghton, Northamptonshire, that will provide a nurturing environment for a young male with a learning disability, ADHD and complex needs. The home will plan a range of activities to provide engagement and be tailored to ensure he receives the support needed. He loves playing games with staff, spending time on his Xbox, listening to music, indoor gardening and exercising. Homes2Inspire are one of the UK's top providers of Children's homes and currently care for over 150 children in 53 homes and 2 leaving care facilities across the Midlands, Oxfordshire and Somerset. Homes2Inspire are proud to be a part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity helping to transform the lives of young people and adults across the UK. What you'll bring: Minimum 2 year's experience of working with young people or young adults with learning disabilities and complex needs Minimum QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent (In line with Ofsted requirements) Experience of working with behaviours that challenge Availability to work on a shift rota system including weekends and bank holidays A full UK Driving Licence The role of a Senior Support Worker - Learning Disabilities' and Complex Needs is to provide effective day-to-day guidance, oversight, and coaching to support staff, as well as working alongside the staff team directly with young person. Senior Support Workers provide supervision to designated staff members and there will be administrative responsibilities to ensure accurate record-keeping is maintained. What can Homes2Inspire offer you? A unique opportunity to help shape and develop our new home within Northamptonshire. A four-week comprehensive induction package to make you feel at home with our way of working, expectations and specialist training to ensure you are prepared for your role. Professional development training to progress internally into roles with Homes2Inspire, a national top ten charity owned residential children's home provider. Medicash Healthcare Plan - claim back an annual cost of everyday healthcare, such as dental, optical treatment and specialist treatment Employee Assistant Program (EAP) - 24/7 access to support via phone, SMS, WhatsApp and live chat. 8 free counselling sessions/short-term solutions provided. Wellbeing support - We have an internal health and wellbeing team who are on hand and available to provide professional help and support during difficult times. Our team all have an NHS clinical background and are trained in their field of expertise 28 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays Life assurance, extensive high street discounts, access to Blue Light discount card and cycle to work scheme Opportunities to connect with Shaw Trust employee networks (LGBTQ+ Support Network, Racial Equality Network, Disability Equality Network, Women's Network, Men's Network, Young Professionals Network, Menopause Peer Support Group, Neurodiversity Network) Refer a Friend scheme - earn £500 bonus for every successful applicant referred to us. Please Note: All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted regulatory requirements and Homes2Inspire Safer Recruitment Policy. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role. Due to our partnership working with Northamptonshire Children's Trust and North Northamptonshire Council please be aware that personal information given by applicants may be shared with partners at any stage of the recruitment process. Interviews for this role will take place in-person during pre-planned assessment days, please contact the careers team if you have any accessibility requests or need reasonable adjustments (contact details below). At Homes2Inspire, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and welcome applications from all sections of the community including from people with lived experience and/or knowledge of disability or social exclusion. Homes2Inspire is dedicated to supporting care leavers by offering guaranteed job interviews if you meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you want to benefit from this scheme, please inform us as part of your application that you have lived-in care experience. Male staff are under-represented within our residential children's services. We would like to encourage more male applicants to apply for our opportunities. It is an important part of Homes2Inspire's recruitment process to ensure that candidates are matched with the most appropriate service based on their skills, experience, and the needs of the young people in our care. On occasion, this may result in offers of employment being made at an alternative service than where the candidate has originally applied. For any questions on the role, or to receive a full job description, please contact our Careers Team on or .

Contract: Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts) Salary : Basic salary of £36,385.44 with a potential to earn up to a total of £40,489.44 with sleep in shifts and being on call. Location: Soham, Cambridgeshire NEW HOME OPENING! Area Camden The Area Camden group are part of the Polaris Community and aims to provide the highest levels of care and service to enable young people to achieve their goals. As Deputy Manager you will support the Registered Manager in all aspects of the day-to-day running of Area Camden's service delivery. Promoting a caring environment which provides young people aged 11 to 18 with a high standard of specialised personal care, meeting individual needs and ensuring everyone is treated with respect and dignity and rights to privacy and independence. To support the Registered Manager to supervise, monitor and evaluate the care delivered to young people ensuring legal and up to date registration requirements are delivered in line with Area Camden's Statement of Purpose. Main Duties: To work under the direction of the Registered Manager (RM) - homes manager and deputise for the Registered Manager as and when required. To supervise Key/Support Workers and ensure supervision processes are implemented and recorded with designated staff. To support the RM with the day-to-day running of all aspects of the home including; the standards and quality of care, recruitment and training, communication with the team, the premises of the Care Home and financial matters. To recognise and assess individuals' needs, involving relevant professional agencies and relatives where needed, in order to formulate personalised care plans for each individual including identifying and supporting young people's cultural, social and emotional needs and interests. To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to young people following individual care plans carefully and ensuring all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. Promoting the social and emotional wellbeing & development of young people and to consistently strive to further develop these skills. To promote and encourage positive behaviour, education, independence and self-determination. To ensure services are delivered in a non-judgemental and anti-discriminatory manner challenging oppression or discrimination in a positive and appropriate manner. To promote and encourage active participation in decision making processes to ensure young people receive a holistic approach to their development. Responsible for understanding and complying with statutory and legal requirements relevant throughout the home, including Ofsted, CQC, COSHH, Health and Safety and all aspects of the Health & Social Care Act & the Children's homes regulations 2015 (England) to maintain a safe and secure environment throughout the home. To ensure all appropriate risks assessments are updated and all staff informed of any changes to health and safety legislation. To support the RM with the effective running of the home ensuring all legislation and regulations concerning environmental health, infection control, building control, planning and health and safety are met and all risk assessments are regularly carried out (including fire checks) to meet the high standards expected by Area Camden. Click apply now to view the full list of duties on our careers portal Essential skills required: Residential childcare experience (2+ years) Hold Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent Child Protection experience Leadership and staff supervision skills Well-developed written and verbal communication Management of budgets and staff rotas Project management skills and have an enthusiastic disposition Demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal development Be proactive, solution focused and have an enthusiastic disposition Benefits: A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role Weekly rota on rotation 08:00pm- 20:00pm i.e. (1 week) - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday= 36 hours. (2 week) - Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday= 48 hours A sleep in allowance of up to £85.50 per night (10pm-7am)- potential extra earning of up to £4104 Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month 236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays) Holiday increase per year - 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours) Pension scheme after a qualifying period- 3% Employer contribution Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDRESHP

Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker Contract Type : Full-time, permanent Salary : Unqualified: Base salary of £25,958.40 with the potential to earn up to a total of £30,729.72 with sleep in shifts. Qualified (full diploma Level 5 qualified or equivalent): Base salary of £26,566.80 with the potential to earn up to a total of £31,966.80 with sleep in shifts. Specific Hours : 39 hours per week- shift pattern At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood. We are currently looking for Senior Residential Child Care Workers to join our services in Barnsley. Main responsibilities Complete key domestic duties on a day-to-day basis that ensure a homely environment is maintained Encourage the development of individual interests and attitudes by planning, organising and participating in activities To promote, safeguard and protect the welfare of each young person in accordance with Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018. To assess individual needs and contribute to care and risk plans Establish and maintain positive and trusting relationships with the young people Manage behaviour positively and assertively by working in line with specified care and risk management plans Consult with young people to promote the development of a healthy lifestyle Motivate and assist young people in developing and sustaining positive networks with adults and peer groups, including families Participate in the development, implementation and review of packages of care through team meetings, supervisions Attend, and where necessary advocate for the Young Person, in child care reviews All applicants must have Understanding and commitment to the role, which is 24/7, including weekends and bank holidays. Undertake sleep-in duties as part of flexible rota. Experience of supporting young people who may be vulnerable is essential Be capable of working on their own initiative to a high level of accuracy, maintain clear, neat records Have good inter-personal skills, and be a positive team player Computer experience to an intermediate level The ability to complete daily records to meet statutory and policy Empathetic nature Good oral and written communication skills in a variety of contexts The ability to engage, motivate and encourage young people Benefits Pay increase after successful probation period Performance linked benefits and bonus. Additional pay for Bank Holidays Short notice sickness cover bonus £30 Sleep in allowance of £45 per night, Average sleeps ins 8-10 per month on a full time contract Free meals whilst on shift Flexible working schedule Annual leave loyalty scheme Annual bonus reward to recognise loyalty and commitment Company contributory pension scheme offered after qualifying period Holidays: 20 days plus Bank Holidays. Holidays rising to 25 days with continuous employment of 5 years Dove Adolescent Services Ltd established 1993 provides residential care for young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification.

Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £28,350 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to live safely. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP

YMCA Robin Hood Group are recruiting for a Registered Manager for one of our Newark on Trent residential children's homes. We are looking for someone to take responsibility for the physical, emotional and safety needs of children and young people making sure they are protected, safeguarded and their best interests promoted at all times. You will be driven by your unwavering dedication to children and young people, and you will seek to provide the highest levels of care, support and empathy to those in your home. You will inspire your team and provide them with the management, coaching and mentorship to fulfil their full potential too. You will following our in-house psychologically informed therapeutic model to care for the children and young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, or other adverse childhood experiences. We are looking for someone highly resilient and confident to support the children and young people through times of crisis and dysregulation, ensuring the safety of the child or young person is of paramount importance at all times. You will successfully obtain and retain registration with Ofsted and comply with terms of registration to achieve and maintain an Ofsted rating of good or outstanding for the home. The Role • Ensure that the home(s) is managed in a way which complies to the Children's Homes Regulations (England) 2015 and creates a positive physical and emotional environment where children and young people can discover who they are and who they can become. • Create, audit and maintain clear and accurate Care Plans and Risk Assessments for each individual child within your care and any other associated documentation within the home. • Working in conjunction with the Clinical team to ensure Clinical Safety Plans are maintained and adhered to at all times. • Provide children with a high standard of personalised care; ensuring that children are included as fully as possible in decisions affecting their care. • Lead the staff team to create a culture of warmth, nurture and care within the home environment. • Maintain high levels of professional boundaries and confidentiality to protect the children and young people within the service. • Liaise with the Facilities Team to ensure the upkeep of the homes and grounds including the fabric of the buildings, fixtures and fittings and the condition of the gardens are maintained to a high standard. • Plan and ensure regular supervisions, team meetings, annual appraisals and de-briefs are carried out for your team. • Act with compassion and understanding, motivating and rewarding your team when appropriate. • Willingness to become a train-the-trainer for specific courses and deliver training across your service and wider YMCA, where appropriate. • Schedule the required staffing levels to ensure you have the optimum staff team on shift with a complementary mix of skills and expertise. • Minimise the use of agency staff; optimising permanent staff availability and shift patterns to provide familiar and consistent care to the children and young people. • Responsible for the support of safeguarding all of children in our Children's Residential Services. • Investigate any safeguarding concerns for the service area and to make informed, fair, and transparent decisions based on information obtained including the production of investigation reports with recommendations and outcomes About You As a passionate expert in children's residential care, you will bring with you a wealth of experience in caring for children and young people who have had the most difficult starts in life. Experience dealing with trauma, challenging behaviour and working in a psychologically informed way would all be highly beneficial to your smooth transition into our role. For this particular role, we would look for someone who has held a Registered Manager position previously as we are looking for someone who can nurture and develop a newly formed staff team. You will need to hold a minimum of a level 4 diploma in children's residential care and either already hold your level 5 diploma in leadership & management or be willing to undertake this with our support. Although this role is based in Newark, we would ask that you are flexible to help support the wider Children in Care service to support other homes where required which could include some regional travel. Having your own car and driving licence would be highly beneficial although not essential If you are ready for a new challenge where you can make a positive impact and lasting impression on both the people within your staff team and the children and young people and care, we would love to hear from you. The recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce and contains robust vetting procedures. Successful applicants must complete a company application form and will be appointed subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check. To be successful in your application, you will be subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process and must adhere to a strict code of conduct regarding your behaviour at all times. Location : YMCA Newark and Sherwood Job Type: Full time, 40 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Salary: up to £54,490 Benefits: Equivalent of 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing 1 day each year for your first 5 years! Workplace pension with Royal London (3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution)4 x Life Insurance/Death in Service whilst in the pension scheme, Reduced school holiday childcare places at YMCA Camp Williams Nottingham & Newark10% off in our hospitality venues including the Malt Cross and the Café at our Activity Village in Newark, Pastoral support, Cycle to Work Scheme, Excellent opportunities for development and progression, Support for further study up to post-graduate level 7 courses to support your development£500 refer a friend scheme applicable across the Group, Eligible to join the Blue Light Discount scheme, Staff events and annual celebrations, On passing your probation, you can select from one of the following additional benefits: Private medical and dental cashback scheme with Westfield Health and access to Westfield Rewards for high street discounts£120 cash annual contribution towards either: Travel costs or; Childcare costs or; Private gym membership You may also have experience in the following: Registered Manager, Head of Care, Childcare, Child Protection, Care Manager, Child Development, Team Leader, Supervisor, EYP, Registered Manager, ASD, Service Manager, LD, Learning Disabilities, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Registered Cluster Manager, Social Care, Supervisor, Team Leader, Not for Profit, Deputy Service Manager, Senior Support Worker, etc. REF-

Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £28,350 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to live safely. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP

Senior Support Workers - Leaving Care Location: Bristol Salary: £21,902 - £23,119 (£10.80-£11.40 per hour) _(Not including sleep in's)_ Driving License is essential and mileage allowance is paid at 37p per mile throughout your working shift _(Overtime: Paid at your normal rate of pay + £1.50 per hour for hours worked over full time hours plus - £62.64 per sleep-in's the average worker can complete 2 to 6 sleep ins per month, an additional £1,500pa-£4,500pa)_ Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career? We are looking for energetic, proactive candidates who have the passion and drive to support young people aged 16-24 years who are moving in to our leaving care provisions across the country. The role of a senior support worker with leaving care is a mixture of direct support to young people and supporting the service manager to ensure a quality and robust package of support to the young people whilst also offering support and guidance to junior staff and deputising in the service managers absence. We offer various packages of support for our young people, these may be small outreach support packages or short-term packages of support where we work and sleep in their homes whilst they adjust to independent living. Our team support young people with learning to become independent from shopping to paying bills and applying and progressing in to further education / employment. If this sounds like a fun rewarding job to you, then get in touch! Do you hold a relevant qualification for this post - NVQ level 3 Residential Childcare Are you motivated, determined and resilient? Are you flexible and able to adapt to different situations? Do you want to help the young people we support to fulfil their potential? Are you able to work shifts and sleep-ins? Do you have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle? Happy to travel as part of your role to different locations? If you can answer yes then apply to join our team! What we can offer to you! Progressive "real living wage" pay scale Mileage and travel time paid Company laptop, mobile phone and email address Entitlement to 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). Enrolment onto vocational qualification courses. Access to in house training Access to a voluntary benefit, including discounts at cinemas, restaurants and retail. Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme. Refer a Friend scheme - recommend a friend to come and work with Keys and you'll earn a £500 bonus! (Subject to requirements) Long service awards Enhanced DBS Check paid for by Keys Group. Please apply online and we will contact you to discuss in further detail - Link below Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and therefore this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. KG2 Job Type: Full-time Salary: £21,902.00-£23,119.00 per year

Senior Support Workers - Leaving Care Location: Liverpool Salary: £21,902 - £23,119 (£10.80-£11.40 per hour) _(Not including sleep in's)_ Driving License is essential and mileage allowance is paid at 37p per mile throughout your working shift _(Overtime: Paid at your normal rate of pay + £1.50 per hour for hours worked over full time hours plus - £62.64 per sleep-in's the average worker can complete 2 to 6 sleep ins per month, an additional £1,500pa-£4,500pa)_ Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career? We are looking for energetic, proactive candidates who have the passion and drive to support young people aged 16-24 years who are moving in to our leaving care provisions across the country. The role of a senior support worker with leaving care is a mixture of direct support to young people and supporting the service manager to ensure a quality and robust package of support to the young people whilst also offering support and guidance to junior staff and deputising in the service managers absence. We offer various packages of support for our young people, these may be small outreach support packages or short-term packages of support where we work and sleep in their homes whilst they adjust to independent living. Our team support young people with learning to become independent from shopping to paying bills and applying and progressing in to further education / employment. If this sounds like a fun rewarding job to you, then get in touch! Do you hold a relevant qualification for this post - NVQ level 3 Residential Childcare Are you motivated, determined and resilient? Are you flexible and able to adapt to different situations? Do you want to help the young people we support to fulfil their potential? Are you able to work shifts and sleep-ins? Do you have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle? Happy to travel as part of your role to different locations? If you can answer yes then apply to join our team! What we can offer to you! Progressive "real living wage" pay scale Mileage and travel time paid Company laptop, mobile phone and email address Entitlement to 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). Enrolment onto vocational qualification courses. Access to in house training Access to a voluntary benefit, including discounts at cinemas, restaurants and retail. Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme. Refer a Friend scheme - recommend a friend to come and work with Keys and you'll earn a £500 bonus! (Subject to requirements) Long service awards Enhanced DBS Check paid for by Keys Group. Please apply online and we will contact you to discuss in further detail - Link below Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and therefore this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. KG2 Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 16 per week Salary: £21,902.00-£23,119.00 per year Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Experience: supervisory: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) NVQ Level 3 Residential Child Care (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Willingness to travel: 100% (required) Reference ID: MMLG

Senior Support Workers - Leaving Care Location: Wolverhampton Salary: £21,902 - £23,119 (£10.80-£11.40 per hour) _(Not including sleep in's)_ Driving License is essential and mileage allowance is paid at 37p per mile throughout your working shift _(Overtime: Paid at your normal rate of pay + £1.50 per hour for hours worked over full time hours plus - £62.64 per sleep-in's the average worker can complete 2 to 6 sleep ins per month, an additional £1,500pa-£4,500pa)_ Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career? We are looking for energetic, proactive candidates who have the passion and drive to support young people aged 16-24 years who are moving in to our leaving care provisions across the country. The role of a senior support worker with leaving care is a mixture of direct support to young people and supporting the service manager to ensure a quality and robust package of support to the young people whilst also offering support and guidance to junior staff and deputising in the service managers absence. We offer various packages of support for our young people, these may be small outreach support packages or short-term packages of support where we work and sleep in their homes whilst they adjust to independent living. Our team support young people with learning to become independent from shopping to paying bills and applying and progressing in to further education / employment. If this sounds like a fun rewarding job to you, then get in touch! Do you hold a relevant qualification for this post - NVQ level 3 Residential Childcare Are you motivated, determined and resilient? Are you flexible and able to adapt to different situations? Do you want to help the young people we support to fulfil their potential? Are you able to work shifts and sleep-ins? Do you have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle? Happy to travel as part of your role to different locations? If you can answer yes then apply to join our team! What we can offer to you! Progressive "real living wage" pay scale Mileage and travel time paid Company laptop, mobile phone and email address Entitlement to 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). Enrolment onto vocational qualification courses. Access to in house training Access to a voluntary benefit, including discounts at cinemas, restaurants and retail. Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme. Refer a Friend scheme - recommend a friend to come and work with Keys and you'll earn a £500 bonus! (Subject to requirements) Long service awards Enhanced DBS Check paid for by Keys Group. Please apply online and we will contact you to discuss in further detail - Link below Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and therefore this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. KG2 Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 16 per week Salary: £21,902.00-£23,119.00 per year Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Experience: supervisory: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) NVQ Level 3 Residential Child Care (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Willingness to travel: 100% (required) Reference ID: MMLG

Senior Support Workers - Leaving Care Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester Salary: £21,902 - £23,119 (£10.80-£11.40 per hour) _(Not including sleep in's)_ Driving License is essential and mileage allowance is paid at 37p per mile throughout your working shift _(Overtime: Paid at your normal rate of pay + £1.50 per hour for hours worked over full time hours plus - £62.64 per sleep-in's the average worker can complete 2 to 6 sleep ins per month, an additional £1,500pa-£4,500pa)_ Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career? We are looking for energetic, proactive candidates who have the passion and drive to support young people aged 16-24 years who are moving in to our leaving care provisions across the country. The role of a senior support worker with leaving care is a mixture of direct support to young people and supporting the service manager to ensure a quality and robust package of support to the young people whilst also offering support and guidance to junior staff and deputising in the service managers absence. We offer various packages of support for our young people, these may be small outreach support packages or short-term packages of support where we work and sleep in their homes whilst they adjust to independent living. Our team support young people with learning to become independent from shopping to paying bills and applying and progressing in to further education / employment. If this sounds like a fun rewarding job to you, then get in touch! Do you hold a relevant qualification for this post - NVQ level 3 Residential Childcare Are you motivated, determined and resilient? Are you flexible and able to adapt to different situations? Do you want to help the young people we support to fulfil their potential? Are you able to work shifts and sleep-ins? Do you have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle? Happy to travel as part of your role to different locations? If you can answer yes then apply to join our team! What we can offer to you! Progressive "real living wage" pay scale Mileage and travel time paid Company laptop, mobile phone and email address Entitlement to 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). Enrolment onto vocational qualification courses. Access to in house training Access to a voluntary benefit, including discounts at cinemas, restaurants and retail. Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme. Refer a Friend scheme - recommend a friend to come and work with Keys and you'll earn a £500 bonus! (Subject to requirements) Long service awards Enhanced DBS Check paid for by Keys Group. Please apply online and we will contact you to discuss in further detail - Link below Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and therefore this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. KG2 Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 16 per week Salary: £21,902.00-£23,119.00 per year Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Experience: supervisory: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) NVQ Level 3 Residential Child Care (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Willingness to travel: 100% (required) Reference ID: MMLG