110 Private Residences jobs in the United Kingdom

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 Deputy Manager you will be a part of making sure that the home environment can support this by ensuring both 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 assisting in the management of the day to day operations in the home, supporting the whole team and making sure the home operates to our high standards - you enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults. We’re looking for a minimum of 2 years’ experience in residential childcare including experience in a supervisory capacity.

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 £41,341 - £47,919 /p>

• Bonuses: Attendance allowance up to ,400 per year ,000 Welcome Bonus - on successful completion of probation & ,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment)

• Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7
  weeks’ holiday

• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our registered 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 here

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts

• Meals provided while you’re at work

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes here

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus e ry 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;

• A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference

• Level 3 Diploma qualification in Residential Childcare (England)

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management is desirable – provided if needed

• A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

• To support a culture and ethos within the home where management and staff understand the importance of relationship-based practice to improve outcomes for children.
• To provide good quality care primarily through night time hours to young people, male and female aged 10-18 with a range of needs and behaviours that may include emotional and behavioural difficulties and/or a learning/physical disability, within a residential care setting.
• Ensuring the security of the home during night hours and that any health and safety procedures are activated, when necessary, e.g., fire evacuation.
• Contribute to the development, provision, and review of care planning, which meet individual needs and circumstances.
• Contributing towards the upkeep of the physical environment to ensure it is maintained in a safe and satisfactory condition.
• To maintain confidentiality and observe data protection guidelines as per directorate policy and procedure.
• To undertake and attain completion of a comprehensive induction within the first 6 months of employment and to actively engage in other relevant training and qualifications if identified as are pertinent to the post e.g., Administration of Medication, Safeguarding.

• An understanding of the needs of young people who come into care of the local authority.
• An understanding of what is required in providing good quality residential care to children and young people.
• Understanding of appropriate legislation, e.g., the Children’s Act, Leaving Care Act, Children’s Home Regulations (2015) and Safeguarding Procedures.

• Knowledge of supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs and / or behaviours.
• Experience of working with older children / teenagers and their families or carers.

• Hold or undertake training to include: - the Residential Induction - the Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent and complete the qualification within 2 years from the point of employment.

• 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
• 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
• Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment

• To support a culture and ethos within the home where management and staff understand the importance of relationship-based practice to improve outcomes for children.
• To provide good quality care primarily through night time hours to young people, male and female aged 10-18 with a range of needs and behaviours that may include emotional and behavioural difficulties and/or a learning/physical disability, within a residential care setting.
• Ensuring the security of the home during night hours and that any health and safety procedures are activated, when necessary, e.g., fire evacuation.
• Contribute to the development, provision, and review of care planning, which meet individual needs and circumstances.
• Contributing towards the upkeep of the physical environment to ensure it is maintained in a safe and satisfactory condition.
• To maintain confidentiality and observe data protection guidelines as per directorate policy and procedure.
• To undertake and attain completion of a comprehensive induction within the first 6 months of employment and to actively engage in other relevant training and qualifications if identified as are pertinent to the post e.g., Administration of Medication, Safeguarding.

• An understanding of the needs of young people who come into care of the local authority.
• An understanding of what is required in providing good quality residential care to children and young people.
• Understanding of appropriate legislation, e.g., the Children’s Act, Leaving Care Act, Children’s Home Regulations (2015) and Safeguarding Procedures.

• Knowledge of supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs and / or behaviours.
• Experience of working with older children / teenagers and their families or carers.

• Hold or undertake training to include: - the Residential Induction - the Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent and complete the qualification within 2 years from the point of employment.

• 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
• 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
• Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment

• Oversee operations of residential care facilities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead and manage care staff teams.
• Develop and implement care policies and procedures.
• Manage budgets and financial performance.
• Enhance resident care quality and satisfaction.
• Foster positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in service delivery.

• Lead, manage, and inspire a team of support workers and care coordinators.
• Develop and implement high-quality care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including CQC standards and health and safety legislation.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control.
• Conduct regular assessments of resident needs and monitor the effectiveness of support services.
• Foster a positive and supportive environment for both residents and staff.
• Liaise with external agencies, families, and stakeholders to ensure integrated care.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives and performance monitoring systems.
• Provide guidance and training to staff, promoting professional development.
• Handle complex case management and contribute to the strategic development of services.

• A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care, such as NVQ Level 4/5 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a managerial or senior supervisory role within the social care or supported living sector.
• Proven track record of managing teams and delivering person-centred care.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks governing social care.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with budget management and performance monitoring.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, coordinating with teams both on-site and remotely.
• A genuine commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Residential Children's Services Team Leader

Location : Weston Super Mare

Contract Type : Full-time, permanent

Salary : Unqualified : Up to £33,008.21 with sleep in shifts

Qualified : Up to £4,687.81 with sleep in shifts

Specific Hours : 38 hours per week

Headway Adolescent Resources were formed in 1999 and has established a good reputation in the residential adolescent childcare sector, and pride themselves in having the insight and ability to care for young people as individuals in a holistic manner, regardless of their background.

We are currently seeking a Team Leader to join our services in Weston Super Mare.

Do you have passion and enthusiasm for promoting the well-being of young people and aiding them to reach their full potential?

Purpose of Job

• To ensure that the needs of young people in Headway's care are met and to provide a positive and safe living experience for these young people and;
• To manage and lead Residential Support Workers in order to provide a high quality of childcare

Key Responsibilities

• To work on shift to ensure that the Home runs efficiently and effectively to a high standard and young people are safeguarded at all times. Thus creating a homely environment for the young people in our care, taking into account their views, wishes and feelings.
• To manage Residential Support Workers within their team, delivering supervision in accordance with company policy.
• To comply with the Company's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.
• To comply with and to have an up to date knowledge of the Home's Statement of Purpose, Policy and Procedures, all relevant legislation and be able to impart this knowledge to their staff and to promote best practice and maintain confidentiality.
• To support effective multi agency working and positive relationships with all staff, the local community, local authorities, other professional agencies and significant others who are part of a young person's life.
• To comply with and apply company guidelines on Codes of Conduct and to set an acceptable role model standard within the home, acting as a mentor to staff.
• To assist in the development and delivery of the objectives identified in the young person's Plans.
• To support and compliment the reviewing and monitoring process in the development of Care Planning.
• To play an active part, promote and encourage the participation of young people in the decision-making process of the home and wider community and to provide and/or help them seek information and advice from appropriate sources.
• To promote anti-discriminatory and equal opportunity practices in line with Company Policy.
• To comply with legislation and company policies on Health & Safety, Fire and Data Protection.
• To attend all required training and, when required, to support QCF learners

Essential skills

• Good overall standard of education.
• Working towards or hold Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent
• Up to date knowledge of Child Care legislation, children's home regulations and quality standards.
• Previous experience of working directly with young people with challenging behaviour.
• Good report writing and numeracy skills. Well organised with good administration skills. IT literate.
• Able to relate to young people with empathy and committed to a high standard of child care and to achieve the best outcomes for young people in their care.
• Strong motivational, management and leadership potential. Able to supervise, support and develop Residential Support Workers to create a cohesive team.
• Good knowledge of relevant Children's Home legislation and local & national child protection procedures and protocols.

Benefits:

• Holiday Allowance
• Pension Scheme (3% Employer contribution)
• Ofsted Bonus of 00 for a Good report, 00 for an Outstanding report.
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A sleep in allowance of 6 per night as and when the business needs.

Headway Adolescent Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will be subject to thorough reference checks including an enhanced DBS as safeguarding young people is at the heart of everything we do.

RHA Recruitment Solutions has been retained by an established Cheshire East based social care business who are seeking a dedicated Registered Manager to oversee the operations of their children's Ofsted rated Good children's residential home(s).

As Manager of a small yet committed team, you will work to ensuring the highest standards of care for our residents, whom range up to the age of 18yrs old.

Ideally, you can demonstrate a strong background in residential settings, have leadership experience (possibly gained from different industries) and hold a Level 5 in Leadership and Management, or be willing to work towards.

This is an exciting time to join our team, as we are soon to open our second home.

Due to continued growth, there is the opportunity to manage both of our homes which are in close proximity to each other and in the Cheshire East region.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Manage and supervise all aspects of the residential home facility

• Oversee medication administration and ensure compliance with care plans

• Develop and implement effective strategies to meet residents' needs

• Lead and support a team of residential practitioners

• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for residents

• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided

• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and regulatory bodies

Requirements:

• To have held a Registered Manager with Children Services within the last five years

• Hold a Level 5 in Leadership and Management or be willing to work towards

• Proven experience in a senior management role within a residential setting

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively

• Excellent understanding of care regulations and best practices

• Ability to develop and implement person-centred care plans

• Good organisational skills with attention to detail

• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

Join this team as a Registered Manager will allow you to deliver a meaningful difference in the lives of the residents, whilst leading a dedicated care team in providing exceptional care.

For further details, please contact RHA Recruitment Solutions