Role Summary
To co-ordinate one or more projects working with children, young people, and families to enable them to
thrive through delivering high quality services. You will be responsible for supervising a small team of
support workers as well as delivering 1:1 and group based interventions where required.

Key drivers of considerations
As a Support Co-ordinator, you will at all times:

• Work consistently with Community Foster Care’s values and contribute to achieving its mission.
• Seek to develop and enhance good working practice (to include suitable levels of work performance)for yourself and your colleagues.
• Promote Community Foster Care’s reputation and protect its ability to achieve its mission.

Key requirements of which you should be aware:

• The role of a Support Coordinator may mean you will need to work some evenings and weekends. You may be required to work outside of office hours to:

              - Attend any appropriate meetings or events;
              - To meet the demands of your role;
              - To offer support to your team as required.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Outcome Based Support Service

• Take a lead on promoting and facilitating the participation of young people in the organisation.
  
• Take a lead on ensuring service feedback from children, young people, and families is obtained and used to inform service delivery.
  
• To coordinate one or more areas of project delivery and ensure a high standard of work.
  
• To provide line management and supervision to a team of support workers across different geographic locations.
  
• Where required/directed, provide time limited support to the child, young person or their family, in order to ensure their safety and wellbeing is promoted and assists in:

              - preventing family breakdown;
              - crisis or admission into care;
              - return to home following a period in care;
              - supporting a family in order that the child can remain in a foster                  placement;
              - providing activity based interventions as required.

• Provide emergency support to foster carers as and when required.
  
• Provide group based interventions and activities for children, young people, carers or families.
  
• Attend a variety of meetings to support a child or young person;
  
• To review progress and monitor at all times, regularly reporting back to the Service Manager;
  
• To ensure a flexible service around school hours and availability of the child, young person or family;
  
• To support with unannounced visits to foster carers.
  
• To support with the core functions of the charity, such as screening and responding to referrals and enabling the effective making of placements

Full details and application documents here

Part time: 22.5 hours per week, Wednesday to Friday

Salary Banding: £21,553.41 - £25,004.94 per annum (FTE £35,922.35 to £41,674.90)

Please note we do not operate a performance related reward system of automatic incremental payments. 

PLEASE NOTE: The role will be based in our Sheffield office but consideration will be given to the post being based in our East Midlands office. We are currently working from home and are reviewing our working arrangements to potentially introduce hybrid working arrangements in the future. 

Team Fostering is an ethical not for profit fostering agency with a strong reputation and track record for providing high quality, value for money fostering placements for looked after children. We pride ourselves on our values and we expect our staff to commit to and demonstrate these values in their everyday work.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced and qualified social workers to join our successful and growing fostering team. Working with Team Fostering’s Recruitment team, the post holder will support the Agency in recruiting skilled and suitable foster carers by dealing with initial enquiries, undertaking initial assessments and deliver training to prospective foster carers.

You will have the knowledge and skills to undertake the full range of fostering social worker tasks, including recruiting, assessing, training and supervising foster carers. Not only will you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills you will also be hardworking, positive, and motivated to improve outcomes for looked after children.

The post is based in Sheffield however you will be required to work flexibly across the Yorkshire and East Midlands region. The post holder will need to be available to undertake Initial Visits and contact prospective foster carers in the evening and to occasionally provide training for prospective foster carers at a weekend. There may also need to be some flexibility to allow handover between workers and to cover business needs.

For an informal chat about the post please contact Louise Thwaites, Recruitment Manager on 0191 257 6806.

To apply, please complete an Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form (available below) and return to hr@teamfostering.co.uk no later than 9am on Monday 31st January 2022.

Please note Team Fostering does not accept CV’s.

Full details and application documents here

Candidates living in a London Borough will also get a London Weighting Allowance of £3,613 p.a.

Would you like to be part of an amazing opportunity to develop an entirely new Health Service within the UK’s largest dedicated charitable fostering agency, improving outcomes for those young people currently in TACT’s care as well as those who have left care and are TACT Connect members?

Do you have a degree and or qualification in Nursing, Clinical Psychology and relevant post-graduate qualification in Children and Adolescent’s Mental Health?

Have you worked in Child Health and specifically Young People’s Mental Health services within NHS, Local Authority or multi-disciplinary settings?

If you would like to use this experience to deliver quality interventions, advise, signpost and work with a wide range of social care and health professionals in supporting staff and carers make a positive difference with regards to our young people’s health needs…….THEN THIS COULD BE THE ROLE FOR YOU!!!!

Core Responsibilities include:

• Project managing the introduction of the TACT Health Care Service which will provide health care interventions, support and awareness to TACT’s carers and the young people we care for.
• Use research and insight into analysed data and trends in the wider area of child health.
• Integrate and adapt internal processes and systems so that matters of children’s health can be supported and enhanced by this service provision and working closely with our managers in reviewing psychology services to support carers and young people. Moderate and evaluate direct therapy that is commissioned by TACT to ensure it is equitable economically, ethically and in quality. 
• Work to advocate for young people’s needs in professional meetings and ensure all our children and young people receive the health services they require and are entitled to, working to reduce delays, securing funding and negotiating to find ways around long waiting lists. 
• Build safe, positive, impactful relationships with children and carers in need of direct and referred health care support and help others to manage productive outcomes regarding health.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with other stakeholders in relation to children and carers health needs.
• Raise awareness of the new Health Service with carers, young people, TACT teams and other social care organisations.

Main Requirements:

• A degree and or qualification and professional registration in Nursing, Clinical Psychology and relevant post-graduate qualification in Child and Adolescent’s Mental Health.
• Previous experience of working in child health (including mental health) and working in multi-disciplinary team such as CAMHS.
• A broad range of clinical skills and knowledge around Trauma Informed practice, PACE, CBT, Solution Focused and Group work.
• Ability to assess reports and interpret clinical information in order to provide clear and concise information tailored for different audiences.
• Ability to work as part of a team, manage power, resistance, conflict and difference across services and think creatively in order to meet the health needs of our young people.

This list is not exhaustive, please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details.

TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:

• 31 days paid holiday plus Bank holidays and extra leave for long service
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Group income protection scheme.
• Death in service scheme.
• Stakeholder pension scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities.

Please see Applicant Information Pack for more information.  

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please contact the recruiting Executive Director of Children's Services (Andy Pallas) on 07793 580 440.

Closing: Monday, 31st January 2022

Interviews: Wednesday, 9th February 2022 (pm) & Thursday, 10th February 2022 (pm) via Microsoft Teams

Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believe that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work.  As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children.  We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people.  All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.

TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

TACT reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Full details and application documents here

Full Time – Fixed Term 12 Month Contract Starting in April 2022

35 Hours per week and 31 Days Annual Leave

As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about this as we are. We know that we cannot provide this level of care without our staff which is why we are proactive in looking after the wellbeing of our employees. As a homeworking organisation, we pride ourselves on the flexibility this brings, along with our flexible working opportunities, to enable you to have a healthy work / life balance. We also provide a full and active wellbeing calendar and activities, along with your input, to ensure you get the most from it.

As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest in unique projects like TACT Connect, our ground-breaking scheme for our TACT care experienced young people and adults, our expanding TACT Education Service and our new Health Service. 

It is not surprising that this had led to us gaining 'outstanding’ levels of employee engagement in a recent Best Companies Survey this year. Come and join us and be part of our amazing team of professionals who put young people at the heart of every decision.

Our vision is to provide better lives for our children and young people. Find out more about our values here.

TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:

• 31 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
• Family friendly policies.
• Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for office set up.
• Perkbox – retail discount scheme.
• Stakeholder pension scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions).

The TACT West Midlands Senior Supervising Social Worker will have:

• Post qualifying experience in family placement work or post qualifying experience in other childcare settings.
• A proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality and promoting their positive development.
• Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation including the Fostering National Minimum Standards and Fostering regulations.
• Experience of working with/supporting looked after children and their foster carers.
• Thorough and consistent administrative and report writing skills plus excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• The skills to prioritise and work autonomously, against potentially conflicting deadlines with regard to regulatory requirements.
• The ability to support our foster carers and their families to achieve the best outcomes for the children in their care.

Please see the Job Information Pack and Job Description for further information.

An enhanced DBS clearance is also required and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.

The successful applicant will be required to support Duty and Out of Hours on a rota basis and will be paid an out of hours’ allowance of £1,500 per annum once participating in the rota. 

Closing: Monday 31st January 2022
Interviews: Thursday 3rd February 2022 (via Microsoft Teams)

Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believe that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work.  As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children.  We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people.  All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.

TACT is a homebased workforce. We recognise the benefits that flexible home working creates for both the employer and the employee. As a remote working organisation, we are committed to work with our staff to enable consistent inclusion and engagement across the organisation to ensure the optimum standards of service for our carers and children and their foster carers in the development of our services.

Previous applicants need not apply. TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

TACT reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Full details and application documents here

Salary - The current salary scale for this post is £20,808 - £21,848 per annum, depending on qualifications. (The maximum job rate potential is £22,888 which is performance related). 

We would welcome job share arrangements

About Break
Nobody chooses the family or circumstances they are born into. At Break we firmly believe that with the right care, there is no limit to what can be achieved.

We work across East Anglia with children and young people on the edge of care, in care and leaving care. Whether you’re interested in working in our residential homes and short breaks for children with disabilities, our pioneering Staying Close Staying Connected project or vital essentials like our family assessment centre and wraparound care offer, one thing is universal: you’ll be joining a team of passionate and dedicated individuals who want the very best for the young people they care for. 

Why Break?
At Break we invest in the future of our staff just as we do for the young people in our services. We strive to provide the highest quality of care, so whether you’re just starting your career in children’s social care or are already qualified, you’ll be supported, recognised and rewarded for your essential part in our vital work.

This role will work in our Staying Close Staying Connected project, Staying Close Staying Connected, one of eight pilot models for leaving care being funded by the Department of Education. For children in care, turning 18 can mean finding themselves on a cliff-edge of support. This service is truly leading the way nationally in terms of leaving care provision.

About the role
As a Break Transition Worker, you’ll be working closely with young people who have recently left their children’s residential care home and are taking their first steps into independence.

Success in this role will very much hinge on the strong, trusting relationship you’ll build with the group of young people you’re working with.

You’ll make regular visits to their home and support them to increase their independent living skills. Whether that means teaching them one of your signature dishes (talk to Transition Worker Matt in Cambridgeshire for his Weetabix burger recipe), helping them to pay bills, applying for benefits or filling in a job application the role you will play in young people’s lives will be fundamental in supporting mental health, wellbeing and their future.

You will help them break down the barriers they might feel as a young person leaving care, and be the best possible version of themselves as they enter independence.

You’ll work flexibly and have a can do attitude, be able to adapt your working to suit the individuals or professionals you’re working with,  be calm under pressure and be resilient enough to cope with challenging emotions and behaviours.

In your role, you’ll have access to the following benefits:

• Free, career-enhancing qualifications
• A “golden hello” scheme welcoming you to our services, with £250 paid to you one month after your start date and a second £250 at the six month mark.
• A referral scheme offering the same two payments as the golden hello if you recommend a contact who goes on to be employed by Break.
• A benefits platform enabling you to access discounts across a range of shops, venues and services.
• A free counselling service to all our employees.
• The opportunity to influence Break’s strategy and direction through the Staff Consultation Forum.
• Life assurance to the value of 3x your annual salary.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free flu jabs.

  
Closing date: 31/01/2022 
Interview Date: TBC

The first interview will be a Safe Care/ Warner style interview. If successful after the first interview, candidates will then be expected to attend a formal interview.

To comply with the Immigration Asylum & Nationality Act 2006 and additional amendments, and UK Border Agency (UKBA) requirements, all prospective employees will be asked to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. We will ask to see and take a copy of an appropriate official document as set out in the UKBA guidelines. Do not send anything now, further information will be sent to you should you be invited to interview.
 
We are committed to equality of opportunity. Your current immigration status will not be taken into account when assessing your application against the selection criteria for the post. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

For more information on this job opportunity, please initially email or call the HR Team via the contact details found on our website.

Full details and application documents here

Social worker – Adoption (Permanent)

Location of Post:  Unit 6 Pavilion Business Park, Royds Hall Road, Leeds. LS12 6AJ

Barnardo's Adoption West has an exciting permanent vacancy for a Social Worker to join the Service. This post offers the opportunity to join a committed and enthusiastic team of professional social workers and to develop knowledge and skills in the specialist area of family placement, within a very supportive setting. You would be joining an experienced team who embrace working in a creative, open and transparent manner with adopters to provide children with permanent homes in which they can thrive. The office base is in Leeds but staff in Barnardo's operate a “Work From Anywhere” system which allows flexibility.  There will be regular opportunities to meet with colleagues and you need to be able to travel to meet adopters and children within the Yorkshire region on a regular and frequent basis.

Objectives of Service
To recruit, train, assess and support prospective adopters in the Yorkshire region to provide safe, loving and nurturing families for children in need of permanent homes.  To work with our adopters, the placing authorities and other professionals to maintain the best quality of service, support and outcomes for children.

Initial Specific Responsibilities
Solid experience in fieldwork, residential or in a family placement setting is an essential part of the role, so if you have this then we would love to hear from you:

• Degree in Social Work or relevant qualification in the field, such as DipSW, CQSW is essential.
• Registered with Social Work England, or other equivalent.
• Proactive team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work flexibly and independently.
• Good working knowledge of child protection procedures and legislation as applied to looked after children.
• A good working knowledge and understanding of the issues facing birth parents, adopters and adopted children.
• Good report writing and assessment skills. Experience of assessing prospective adopters and/or foster carer is preferable.

This is an extremely rewarding role, which can make a real and significant difference to the lives of children and young people.

The applicant will need to be able to participate and support the Out of Office hours helpline for adopters and carers. There is additional remuneration for providing this service.

Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work life balance, we therefore offer flexible working arrangements as the role involves some evening/weekend working, and travel with occasional overnight stays.

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described. 

Supplementary Information

The duties of this post require the applicant to have a full current driving license that enables them to drive in the UK and have use of a car and business use insurance.  Barnardo's is, however, willing to consider any proposals put forward by applicants that would allow them to do the job by other means.

For further information or an informal discussion contact Paula Winterbottom on 07525254320
 
About Barnardo's
At Barnardo's we believe in children – no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Please read about our basis and values following the link below. You will be asked questions relating to them as part of the recruitment process for this role.

Barnardo's is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce for staff and volunteers. We actively encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic and male candidates as they are under-represented within Barnardo's.

Full details and application documents here

At Barnardo's, our purpose is to transform the lives of the UK's most vulnerable children and our vision is to realise Thomas Barnardo's dream of a world where no child is turned away from the help that they need.

The North Region comprises a mixed portfolio of work including extensive work in Supported Accommodation, Emotional Health and Wellbeing, Disability, Young Carers, CSE, Early Help and Leaving Care.  The Region covers a large geographical area stretching from Northumberland, South of Tyne, North of Tyne, Cumbria, Yorkshire, Lancashire, Hull, Manchester, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire and Lincolnshire,

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Children's Services leader in the Greater Manchester Locality. We are looking for someone preferably who has led a wide range of children's services, with an understanding of change management and service design. You will need to have great interpersonal skills combined with excellent leadership and management experience with a passion to improve the lives of our most vulnerable children and young people.

We are looking for an individual who has substantial experience in managing and developing services to meet the needs of children, young people and families.  You will have a business development remit and you will play an intrinsic part in the North Senior Leadership Team to ensure stable high-quality services. As part of the North Senior Leadership Team you will be one of 10 Assistant Director Children's Services covering the region, supported by our excellent Assistant Directors and their teams from business support services.

At Barnardo's we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  Our safer recruitment processes mean that the safety and welfare of the child is paramount at every stage of the process and therefore, we adopt rigorous scrutiny in our pre-employment checking.  This post is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including a Criminal Records Enhanced Disclosure for the successful candidate.

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable). This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

About Barnardo's
At Barnardo's we believe in children – no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Please read about our basis and values following the link below. You will be asked questions relating to them as part of the recruitment process for this role.

Barnardo's is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce for staff and volunteers. We actively encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic and male candidates as they are under-represented within Barnardo's.

Full details and application documents here

At Barnardo's, our purpose is to transform the lives of the UK's most vulnerable children and our vision is to realise Thomas Barnardo's dream of a world where no child is turned away from the help that they need.

The North Region comprises a mixed portfolio of work including extensive work in Supported Accommodation, Emotional Health and Wellbeing, Disability, Young Carers, CSE, Early Help and Leaving Care.  The Region covers a large geographical area stretching from Northumberland, South of Tyne, North of Tyne, Cumbria, Yorkshire, Lancashire, Hull, Manchester, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire and Lincolnshire,

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Children's Services leader in the Greater Manchester Locality. We are looking for someone preferably who has led a wide range of children's services, with an understanding of change management and service design. You will need to have great interpersonal skills combined with excellent leadership and management experience with a passion to improve the lives of our most vulnerable children and young people.

We are looking for an individual who has substantial experience in managing and developing services to meet the needs of children, young people and families.  You will have a business development remit and you will play an intrinsic part in the North Senior Leadership Team to ensure stable high-quality services. As part of the North Senior Leadership Team you will be one of 10 Assistant Director Children's Services covering the region, supported by our excellent Assistant Directors and their teams from business support services.

At Barnardo's we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  Our safer recruitment processes mean that the safety and welfare of the child is paramount at every stage of the process and therefore, we adopt rigorous scrutiny in our pre-employment checking.  This post is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including a Criminal Records Enhanced Disclosure for the successful candidate.

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable). This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

About Barnardo's
At Barnardo's we believe in children – no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Please read about our basis and values following the link below. You will be asked questions relating to them as part of the recruitment process for this role.

Barnardo's is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce for staff and volunteers. We actively encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic and male candidates as they are under-represented within Barnardo's.

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Flexible working arrangements (Home working with some requirements to attend office meetings and events)

St Christopher’s is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to support and develop our fostering services across the West Midlands.

If you have a successful track, of inspiring staff and carers, team leadership and carer engagement leadership,  the knowledge and supporting skills to manage and build a thriving fostering service,  we want to hear from you.

About Us
St Christopher's is an established children’s charity that has provided care for vulnerable children and young people for almost 150 years. We provide fostering, children's homes and a range of innovative housing and support services across London, Bedfordshire, West Midlands and the Isle of Man.

We really care about children and young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We ask young people what they think and involve them in decision making, from helping to shape new services to interviewing new members of staff. Our social pedagogic approach is our core philosophy of care. Put simply this is a holistic approach for building positive relationships with young people to bring out their inner “diamond”.

We are an equal opportunity employer and keen to develop an inclusive workforce were people feel they belong.  We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups including people from different cultures, nationalities, socio economic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religion, faith, sex, orientation, child care responsibilities and with gender diverse identities.

Key aspects of the Role:
This is a unique opportunity for you to build a fostering team that can deliver safe, quality services and achieve excellent outcomes for children. 

• Understanding of the regulatory process and Ofsted Inspection Framework
• Close effective working relationships with our internal therapeutic, participation, education and residential services.
• Developing and building external relationships with local services and professionals
• Direct line management to a small and experienced Fostering Team including Supervising Social Workers, An Administrator and Fostering Support Worker
• Building and supporting a pool of independent consultants including Form F Assessors, Reviewing Officers
• Panel Advisor to an established Fostering Panel
• Achieving the growth targets set by St Christopher’s (you will be backed by St Christopher’s centrally co-ordinated and targeted recruitment campaigns and supported by marketing colleagues).

Applicants should have:

• CQSW, DipSW, BA Social Work or equivalent professional qualification, and registration with Social Work England (SWE)
• A Management qualification at least at level 4, or willingness to achieve the level 5 Diploma in Management
• Safeguarding knowledge and/or practice experience
• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience of working in fostering or adoption.
• At least 1 years’ experience of supervising professional staff.
• Experience of implementing a range of effective marketing strategies/campaigns aimed at potential foster carers
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Hands-on approach and enthusiasm to embrace challenging but realistic growth targets.

In return we offer:

• Salary £40,400 - £46,460 per annum depending on experience
• Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
• Tailored career development plan through our “St Christopher’s Academy”.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry Leading training programme including Management and Development programmes. children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy.
• Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
• Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary Funded Training Programs.
• Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.

Recruitment Process
At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.

Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.

For the full Person Specification click here

For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact recruitment@stchris.org.uk

We advise to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and this opportunity might be filled before the stated closing date.

Full details and application documents here

Are you an experienced Registered Manager with proven Outstanding/Good outcomes with Ofsted?

Do you want to be part of a brand new innovative residential support service for young people in Liverpool? 

Can you achieve transformational change for looked after young people who have a range of complex needs? 

If you're passionate about the children in your care and can show understanding, tenacity and consistency of care – this may be the opportunity for you!

History of Service
Barnardo's Transition, Preparation and Moving-On Service is a new service commissioned by Liverpool City Council to deliver residential support services in line with statutory requirements within a therapeutic approach. The service consists of two homes with 4 and 5 beds respectively. 

Objectives of Service
The aim of the service is to provide a nurturing environment within two high quality homes. The homes will meet the needs of children and young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, rejection and whose basic needs have not been met. The homes will provide a truly therapeutic environment that can meet the needs of young people who require support to manage their behaviours safely, develop their resilience and prepare them for the demands of future life with their own families or in other settings.

When completing your application please refer to your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

Must be available to work over 5 days out of 7: some weekend, Bank Holiday and unsociable hours will be required.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact:
Stuart Ainge
Children's Services Manager/Responsible Individual 
07706 001238

About Barnardo's
At Barnardo's we believe in children – no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Please read about our basis and values following the link below. You will be asked questions relating to them as part of the recruitment process for this role.

Barnardo's is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce for staff and volunteers. We actively encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic and male candidates as they are under-represented within Barnardo's.

Full details and application documents here