Interim Team Manager - Children's Referral & Assessment team - London Borough of Bexley

CQC Registered Manager Location: Worcester Job Type: Full-time (35-40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 We are seeking a dedicated CQC Registered Manager to lead our care home, which has recently undergone significant improvements. From a rating of 'Needs Improvement', our home has transformed into a steady and well-run organisation. The facility includes a ten-bed residency currently housing eight long-term residents with learning disabilities, and an additional on-site two-bed dwelling with potential to become a Supported Living premises. Day-to-day of the role: Oversee the daily operations of the care home, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with CQC regulations. Lead and manage a team of care professionals, providing training, support, and development to ensure a high level of competence and motivation. Maintain and improve the quality of care provided to residents, implementing changes and innovations to enhance service delivery. Manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring the financial sustainability of the home. Engage with residents, families, and external agencies to ensure that the needs and expectations of all stakeholders are met. Prepare for and manage CQC inspections, ensuring all aspects of the home meet regulatory standards. Develop and implement policies and procedures that reflect best practice in care management. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as a Registered Manager in a care home setting, or a strong deputy looking to step up. Excellent knowledge of CQC standards and regulations. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of maintaining strong relationships with residents, staff, and external partners. Ability to handle multiple priorities and make informed decisions under pressure. Experience in managing change and improving service quality. Benefits: Competitive salary range of £35,000 - £45,000. Opportunity to lead a care home that has made significant strides in quality improvement. Supportive and stable environment in a well-run organisation. Professional development opportunities to further enhance your career in care management. Why Apply? This position is ideal for an experienced Registered Manager or a deputy manager ready to step up, looking to make a significant impact in a care home that has successfully turned around. You will have the chance to lead a dedicated team, contribute to the ongoing development of the service, and ensure the best possible care for our residents. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become the CQC Registered Manager and lead our team towards continued success.

Senior Residential Support Worker Location: Sheffield Salary: £31,616 + sleep-in allowance Contract: Full-time, permanent (including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins) We are recruiting for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a children’s residential service supporting young people with complex needs. This role involves working closely with the management team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care, ensuring a safe, supportive, and structured environment where young people can develop and thrive. You will also take on shift leadership responsibilities and support the wider staff team. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Support Support the management team in the day-to-day running of the home Contribute to staff induction, mentoring, and development Promote a positive, child-focused and trauma-informed culture Act as a role model, maintaining professional standards and boundaries Ensure young people’s voices are heard and reflected in their care Shift Leadership Lead shifts, ensuring effective staff deployment and communication Take responsibility for the home in the absence of senior management Oversee daily logs, handovers, incident reports, and documentation Ensure safe, consistent care delivery throughout each shift Safeguarding & Compliance Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns in line with policy Support compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards Ensure accurate and timely recording of all safeguarding matters Promote a culture where staff feel confident to raise concerns Support & Care Delivery Build positive, trusting relationships with young people Support emotional, social, and behavioural development Promote independence, resilience, and life skills Use trauma-informed approaches to manage behaviour effectively House & Operational Duties Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and homely environment Assist with care planning, risk assessments, and rotas Support audits and quality improvement processes Attend training and development opportunities Additional Responsibilities Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins Provide additional cover where required Undertake other duties appropriate to the role Requirements Qualifications Level 3 (or above) qualification in Children & Young People (or equivalent / working towards) Full UK driving licence (desirable) Experience Minimum 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting Experience with safeguarding and child protection Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma, or challenging behaviour Strong understanding of recording and reporting procedures Skills & Knowledge Good understanding of child development and trauma-informed care Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to manage risk and respond to incidents calmly Strong relationship-building skills with young people and professionals IT literacy Awareness of Ofsted standards and inspection frameworks (desirable) Personal Qualities Child-centred and safeguarding-focused Resilient and calm under pressure Passionate about improving outcomes for young people Empathetic, patient, and supportive Flexible and reliable Positive and proactive approach Safeguarding This role is subject to enhanced safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS and satisfactory references. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Deputy Children’s Home Manager Location: Sheffield Salary: £40,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, permanent (including evenings and weekends) Overview We are recruiting for a Deputy Children’s Home Manager to support the leadership and day-to-day operation of a residential children’s home. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, child-centred care and ensuring positive outcomes for children and young people. You will work closely with the Registered Manager to maintain a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment, ensuring compliance with current regulations and inspection standards. You will also help lead a dedicated care team and promote best practice across the service. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management Support the effective running of the home, providing guidance and leadership to staff Promote a positive, trauma-informed and child-focused culture Assist with recruitment, staffing levels, and staff retention Deliver supervision, support staff development, and contribute to appraisals Act as a role model, maintaining high professional standards Safeguarding & Compliance Ensure safeguarding procedures are consistently followed and concerns are escalated appropriately Support compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and quality standards Assist with regulatory requirements, including notifications where required Promote a safe culture where staff feel confident to raise concerns Care Planning & Outcomes Support the development and implementation of care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour strategies Promote positive outcomes across education, health, and wellbeing Ensure young people’s views, wishes, and feelings are central to their care Quality & Inspections Contribute to quality assurance processes and inspection readiness Support continuous improvement and implementation of action plans following inspections Partnership Working Build strong relationships with external professionals including social workers, education, and health services Participate in multi-agency meetings and reviews Maintain effective communication with families and stakeholders Operational Duties Ensure accurate, up-to-date record keeping Maintain a safe, welcoming home environment in line with health & safety standards Participate in training and development opportunities Additional Responsibilities Participate in an on-call rota Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service Provide management cover in the absence of the Registered Manager Requirements Qualifications Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards) Relevant Level 3/4 qualification in Children and Young People services Full UK driving licence Experience Minimum 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting At least 1 year in a senior or supervisory role Experience in safeguarding and child protection Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs Skills & Knowledge Understanding of Ofsted standards and inspection frameworks Strong knowledge of child development and trauma-informed care Excellent leadership and communication skills Ability to manage challenging situations and make sound decisions Strong relationship-building skills

Working through Reed as agency staff to help support children's homes in and around the Cumbria area. The shifts vary either 2 on or 10am till 11pm. The homes have to be support 24 hrs a day over the week. The role will involve working with young people from supporting them attending school, medical appointments, cinema trips or outdoor activities. All the things you would do as a family. Driving not essential as long as you can get to homes within Cumbria but certainly would be advantageous. Hourly rates around £13 to £14.75 and sleeps are paid at £74 per sleep. If you have experience in this role or similar and this sounds like something you'd be interested in then please get in touch. Email: Fiona.lomas@reed.com Phone: 07544924894

Our Client, a Greater Manchester council, is seeking a Team Manager to join their Children with Disability Team. Fantastic payrate up to £46 per hour! Are you a Children’s Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: Lead, supervise, and support social workers and practitioners to maintain high-quality practice. Provide management oversight on complex cases, risk assessments, and decision-making. Ensure statutory duties are met for CIN, CP, LAC, and other CWD-related processes. Oversee timely and effective assessments, planning, and reviews to meet children’s needs. Promote multi-agency collaboration with health, education, and SEND partners. Monitor team performance, ensuring quality, timeliness, and professional standards. Support staff development through supervision, coaching, and reflective practice. Contribute to service improvement and development of CWD pathways and processes. Requirements of this role Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Our Client, a Greater Manchester council is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join their Children in our Care Team. Fantastic payrate of £39 per hour! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: Undertake statutory social work responsibilities for children and young people who are looked after. Develop, implement, and review care plans in line with legal and procedural requirements. Build strong, supportive relationships with children, families, and carers to promote stability and positive outcomes. Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals including health, education, and legal services. Prepare and present reports for court proceedings, reviews, and case conferences. Ensure all case recording is accurate, timely, and compliant with safeguarding standards. Advocate for the rights and needs of looked after children, ensuring their voice is central to decision-making. Participate in team meetings, supervision, and continuous professional development activities. Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Our Client, Tameside Council, is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join their EDT Team. Fantastic payrate of £40 per hour! Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: To be an active EDT member delivering emergency services ‘out of hours’ to the most vulnerable service user groups, primarily public protection, children and families, community care, criminal justice services and mental health. To prioritise referrals, defining emergency situations in accordance with Council values, strategic objectives and best professional practice. To positively contribute to the functioning of a specialist Social Work team which operates with a high level of professional autonomy. To provide advice to Social Work colleagues and colleagues in other agencies, on the nature and extent of emergency services which may be on offer. To facilitate understanding and learning of the nature of EDT tasks among Social Workers who undertake back-up duties. To oversee when necessary, the work undertaken by Social Workers who undertake back-up duties. To investigate complaints of neglect, abandonment or ill treatment of children and adults and take appropriate action which may include referring to appropriate agencies or colleagues. Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent) Must have minimum of 3 years permanent experience working as a Qualified social worker Benefits of working through Reed, include: Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Refer a friend incentive which could earn you £300 New joiner bonus of £100! Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Our Client, Manchester City Council, is seeking a Team Manager to join their Children's Team. Fantastic payrate of £46 per hour! Are you a Childrens Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: Provide regular supervision and support to social workers and social work assistants Oversee duty responsibilities and caseload management Conduct child and family assessments and develop appropriate support plans Collaborate with partner agencies to deliver targeted services Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and legislation Prepare reports and contribute to strategic planning and development Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent) Must have minimum of 3 years Post Qualifying experience working as a Qualified social worker Must have experience as a Social Work Team Manager Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Refer a friend incentive which could earn you £300 New joiner bonus of £100! Does this role interest you? Apply today!

Our Client, Oldham Council, is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join their Team. Fantastic payrate of £39 per hour! Are you a Childrens Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker's experience. To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures. To be competent in all areas of the PCF at Social Worker level and The Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners. Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent) Must have minimum of 3 years experience working as a Qualified social worker in a similar team Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!

ASB Officer – Social Housing 📍 Roundshaw Estate (SM6) 🕒 Full-time | 5 Days per Week (Office & Site Visits) 💷 £23.16 per hour 🚀 Immediate Start | Ongoing Temporary Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced ASB Officer to join a leading Housing Association based on the Roundshaw Estate (SM6). This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and skilled professional to take ownership of complex cases and deliver high-quality enforcement outcomes. ⚠️ Please note: Candidates MUST have proven experience as an ASB Officer – this is non-negotiable. About the Role As ASB Officer, you will play a key role within the Housing Management team, leading on anti-social behaviour (ASB) and tenancy fraud cases across the organisation’s housing stock. You will manage complex cases from start to finish, take formal enforcement action where required, and represent the organisation in County Court proceedings, working closely with Legal and Housing teams to deliver customer-focused resolutions. You’ll also provide expert support and guidance to Local Housing and Supported Housing Managers, helping to drive best practice across the service. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of complex ASB and harassment cases from investigation through to resolution Lead on formal enforcement action, including preparation for court proceedings Represent the organisation in County Court, supporting witnesses where required Investigate and manage tenancy fraud cases Provide specialist advice, guidance, and case support to Housing colleagues Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners (local authorities, police, etc.) Ensure excellent customer service while enforcing tenancy conditions Contribute to policy development and promote best practice across regions Essential Requirements ✅ Proven experience as an ASB Officer within social housing ✅ Strong experience managing complex ASB/harassment cases end-to-end ✅ Experience preparing and presenting cases in County Court ✅ Solid understanding of landlord & tenancy law and its application ✅ Excellent communication skills – able to explain complex information clearly ✅ Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills ✅ Highly organised, proactive, and able to work independently ✅ Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes Key Skills & Competencies Ability to influence and negotiate with residents, colleagues, and external stakeholders Strong relationship-building skills across multiple agencies Confident decision-maker with attention to detail Effective planning, prioritisation, and caseload management Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision Why Apply? ✨ Immediate start with ongoing contract stability ⚖️ Opportunity to lead on impactful, high-level ASB cases 🤝 Work within a supportive and experienced housing team 🏡 Varied role combining office work and on-site visits 📈 Opportunity to contribute to service improvement and best practice If you are an experienced ASB Officer ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with immediate impact, we want to hear from you. 👉 Apply now to be considered