Are you passionate about changing the lives of children and young people? Do you have experience supporting those with learning disabilities, mental health needs, trauma, or challenging behaviours?
Please do not apply if you require visa sponsorship. To apply for this role, you must have residency and the right to work within the UK.
I’m currently looking for a Children’s Residential Support Workers to join dedicated teams in council-run homes across Devon. This is a fantastic opportunity to provide meaningful care in safe, supportive environments while building a stable and rewarding career in children’s social care.
Charles Hunter Associates is a specialist recruitment consultancy established for over 13 years. I recruit across the South of England and work closely with you to find the most suitable role based on your experience, location, and career goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide consistent emotional and practical support to children and young people.
Work collaboratively with a close-knit team to maintain a nurturing residential setting.
Promote positive behaviour and help young people build independence through personalised care plans.
Support children with daily routines, education, and social development.
What I’m Looking For:
Experience in residential childcare, SEN education, youth services, or similar roles.
Understanding of trauma-informed care and safeguarding practices.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards this).
Flexibility for shift work including weekends and sleep-ins.
Full UK driving licence – essential.
What You’ll Receive:
Salary between £25,992 – £32,000 per annum
Enhanced payments for sleep-in shifts
Excellent public sector benefits including annual pay reviews and a strong pension scheme
Job stability with a respected local authority
Comprehensive training and clear progression routes in children’s social care
Please Apply if you have worked in:
Youth work
SEN support
Fostering services or care leavers support
Mental health or young offenders services
Ready to Make a Difference?
Contact Laura today for more information and to discuss your next step in children's residential care.
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What you’ll do at work:
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work:
To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children and learn how to do this
To carry out the policies, procedures and ethos of the setting, to promote positive values and attitudes, ensuring these are being carried out throughout the setting
To demonstrate and then ensure that they are responsible for the needs of all children in their designated room, following systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care
To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately - in accordance with safeguarding or whistle blowing policies
To learn and then ensure that they can use resources effectively, maintaining ratios in their room
To learn how to reflect on their practice and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day for their key children
To learn how to plan and ensure that there is a provision of a stimulating range of developmentally appropriate activities and ensuring their room is well-resourced and creatively set-up
To learn how to and then carry out observations and the assessment of children’s learning and development, ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively
To develop genuine bonds with their key children and support their team’s key person system responsibilities, when this skill has been learnt
To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life whist remaining professional at all times and maintaining confidentiality
Having a mentor to show them what this looks like in practice before they are left to do this on a one to one with families and children
Training:Your training plan:
Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
First Aid Training
On and off the job training and location to be confirmed
Training Outcome:For the successful candidate, there may be the opportunity of ongoing employment and further progression. We have a very high rate of progression within the organisation and a number of our apprentices are now part of our management team.Employer Description:Welcome to Dream Catchers Day Nursery – Treeton
The Treeton nursery was established in May 2025 and has allowed us to further expand the delivery of high quality childcare that our Dream Catchers team are proud to provide.
We continue our ‘home from home’ ethos across our Treeton site and have a family orientated ethos where we cater for the needs of each child individually, supporting each child to reach their full potential during their time with us.
Our staff team all receive mandatory training in line with government guidance including food hygiene, safeguarding and paediatric first aid as well as accessing further focused training provided by Rotherham early years sector and other training providers.
At Dream Catchers your child will be based in a room specific to their age, stage and individual needs. Our ‘Explorers’ room is a warm and welcoming environment where babies can gain confidence and thrive. This room caters for children from birth upto when they are walking and ready for their next step. Our ‘Mini Discoverers’ room is the next step for older babies who are confidently walking and ready to explore on a larger basis. This room continues to offer the cosy and homely environment that younger children require whilst also challenging them to reach their full potential. Our ‘Discoverers’ room is for our toddlers aged up to around 30 months old. This room offers lots of physical opportunities to stimulate the brain and support it in making further connections that they will come to need further in life. Our ‘Inventors’ room is for our preschool children up to when children leave us ready to start their school journey. This room focuses on preparing the children for their next step with a flexible routine throughout each day. All rooms are extremely well equipped and children will have access to a wide range of resources and activities relating to their current interests and developmental levels.
At Dream Catchers each child will be allocated a key worker prior to starting with us. The role of the Key worker is to ensure that every child has the best start to their educational journey. They will work closely with each individual child and their families to ensure the best outcomes. At Dream Catchers Nurseries we passionately believe that nurturing children’s personal, social and emotional wellbeing is paramount in ensuring children thrive. We enjoy a language rich environment where children can flourish.
All our observations, photographic evidence and tracking is stored on an electronic data system called learning journeys. Each parent will be given access to the online app where they will be able to track their child’s progress as well as seeing ‘wow moments’ of their child’s journey in our setting. Learning Journeys allows us to ensure that children’s progress is monitored to the highest standard. Parents/carers are also invited to attend regular review meetings with their Key worker to ensure that each child’s achievements are recognised and their progress can be discussed. At Dream Catchers we pride ourselves on the strong relationships we build with our families and enables us to build on a child’s natural interests.Working Hours :The setting is open Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6.00pm, so you will be working a 37 hour week during these times.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Full-time; PermanentDate Posted: April 25, 2025Who we are…The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 115-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15-day annual summer Fair which averages more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events. In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees or the community.We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior Project Manager, Project Management Office that has a passion for project management and the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE). The Senior Project Manager, Project Management Office, will work under the direction of the Vice President, Facilities, Maintenance & Master Planning as a senior leader in the PNE’s Project Management Office.Why join our Team?
Exhilarating and fun-loving cultureFlexible work environmentOpportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much moreStaff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food StandsCompetitive compensation packageOpportunity to create lasting memories and friendships!
What will you do this year?In your role as a Senior Project Manager, your primary accountabilities will be to:
Conduct independent project management duties for large, complex and multi-disciplinary projects.Lead the development and management of the PNE multi-year capital plan and annual capital program.Lead all aspects of a project, from project initiation, planning, execution, control, monitoring to closing.Create and prepare templates using MS Projects, suites of MS Office, Teams, SharePoint and online PM tools.Participate in confidential planning that have operational and financial implications to the PNE.Track critical project milestones and follow-up with accountable stakeholders to ensure outcomes are delivered.Highlight potential risks and issues and make recommendations to the Project Sponsor and/or executive stakeholders.Create and present project-related content to project stakeholders and senior executives.Develop and monitor project budgets and schedules.Organize and lead meetings with project team, stakeholders and vendors and manage actions arising from them.Lead in the coordination of various meetings including preparing agendas and confidential meeting minutes.Lead in developing RFPs and contract management activities.Develop reports and presentations to executive-level stakeholder groups including the PNE Executive Team, PNE Board, Vancouver City Council and the Vancouver Parks BoardArchive projects with closing and lesson sharingLead project activities and deliverables as planned and assignedSupervise and engage contractors, vendors and other external stakeholders in all stages of project life cycleLead PNE Masterplan projects in alignment of PNE’s corporate priorities, capital plan and long-term visionSupervise junior project management staff as assigned
What else?
Must have a university degree in engineering, architecture, urban planning, project management or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.Must have a minimum of 5 years of project management experience, preferably working on capital construction and facilities projects.Two years supervisory experience and experience of working with diverse internal stakeholders to influence change and foster teamwork and collaboration is desiredProfessional designation is a strong assetFamiliarity with building codes, by-laws and LEED standardsFluent use of MS Project and other project management software/systems is required.Formal training in project management methodologies, preferably consistent with those provided by PMI (Project Management Institute) preferred.Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is considered a strong asset.Knowledge of facilities management and building systems is a strong asset.Project Management experience of capital projects in excess of $10M is an assetKnowledge of the municipal government process and capital construction projects is an asset.Sound knowledge of project management methodologies and standardsDemonstrated ability to deliver high-quality and timely results under tight deadlines.Ability to write effectively, organize and maintain project documentation, prepare status reports and summaries.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing, including preparing and delivering presentations.Ability to analyze and solve problems, take decisions or make recommendations based upon thorough analysis of facts.Ability to focus on detail, while maintaining a balanced high-level view of an assignmentAbility to manage change and assist others with adapting to change.Successful candidates must undergo a Criminal Record Check.
Who are you?
OrganizedMethodicalProactiveSkillful communicatorCritical thinkerCommitted to striving for excellence
Where and when to APPLY?Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the role is filled.Additional InformationThe PNE's compensation offerings are in alignment with a pay-for-performance pay philosophy that recognizes individual, and teamwork performance. The role is a permanent, full-time position with a typical salary range of $95,000 - $120,000 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, experience, and internal pay structures. As a part of the PNE's total compensation package, this position may be eligible for other benefits subject to program eligibility requirements. The PNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly serve. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or age. If you require any support or accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the People & Culture Department at hr@pne.ca.....Read more...
Chief Operations Officer - £150,000 (Open to restaurants and pubs)
Location: Midlands or Buckinghamshire
We're working with a fantastic hotel business that champions brilliant service, creates memorable experiences, and delivers excellent food and beverage. As the company gears up for national expansion, they are looking for a driven and hands-on Chief Operations Officer to work closely with the CEO/Founder. This hire will help free up the CEO to focus on broader growth, while the COO leads day-to-day operations across a growing portfolio.
The business currently operates eight high-performing hotels and has three new venues in various stages of development, due to open over the next two years. The role will be key to building structure, driving performance, and creating consistency across all sites. While hotel experience is strongly preferred, the client is also open to senior operators from the pub and restaurant food sectors who bring a strong track record in people leadership, service excellence, and brand building. Experience with rooms is a definite plus.
The right candidate will be a number two to the CEO and able to work flexibly, including some weekends, to be present and visible across the estate. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth business in a senior leadership role, with the scope to shape the brand, elevate standards, and support national expansion.
The Ideal Candidate
A senior operator with at least 7 years' experience in hospitality
Ideally from the hotel sector, though strong food-led pub/restaurant backgrounds will also be considered
Experience in a multi-site environment with significant growth
Confident in overseeing both front and back of house operations
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Salary: £85/90,000 -plus bonus and Equality options
Location: Fully remote
We're partnering with a dynamic and well-funded leisure group at a pivotal moment in their growth journey. With a strong capital base and ambitious expansion plans, this is a young company building serious commercial momentum across the UK. With a portfolio of successful, leisure-Tech venues, a sharp eye on market trends, the group is looking to appoint a Senior Commercial Manager to drive profitability, optimise return on investment, and accelerate sustainable growth.
The Senior Commercial ManageRole
As Commercial Manager, you'll sit at the heart of the leadership team alongside the CEO. Your focus will be on delivering commercial performance across the entire business. From leading strategic investment decisions to refining pricing strategies and identifying new revenue opportunities, this role is about growing the bottom line and scaling smartly.
You will oversee the finance and commercial teams with a clear mandate: to monitor performance, eliminate inefficiencies, and push every area of the business toward stronger margins and greater returns. This is not a siloed finance or marketing role-it's a commercial growth position requiring leadership across operations, partnerships, and brand development.
Key Responsibilities
Analyse and monitor ROI across the estate and provide actionable insights to drive profitability
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Are you an adaptable, strong leader, who wants to be part of forward thinking, growing charity with a modern, creative and holistic approach?
I am looking for an experienced Deputy or Service Manager to lead staff in services for a specialist provider that supports the independence of those with Learning Disabilities. This role is based in Andover with a salary of £32,000 -£35,00 (DOE)
Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK.
Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years. I work within in the South of England and will work closely with you to help find the most suitable role.
Requirements:
QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management or willingness to complete
A successful track record of performance managing staff within adult social care services
A great understanding of CQC framework and regulations, as well as risk assessment and safety management
Excellent IT and organisational skills
Full, clean driving licence and access to a car
Benefits
Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping
Contributory Pension Scheme
Induction and ongoing training.
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work
Wellbeing support (including counselling services, occupational health, and physiotherapy)
If you are looking for your next exciting and rewarding career, then apply now! I will call you within 3 days of your successful application, answer any questions, and fast track your application to my client.
Alternatively, please contact Laura for more information on similar roles.
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I found your resume on Indeed and wanted to reach out about the Children's Deputy Manager position with Charles Hunter Associates. Your experience as a Deputy Manager, in children's homes and experience with therapeutic practice aligns well with this role.
This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, along with the opportunity to work in a newly refurbished home with a Local Authority provider. If you're interested, please select 'Confirm my interest' to learn more!
If for whatever reason, this role doesn't quite tick all the boxes, confirm your interest anyway and I can you something more suitable!
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I am looking or Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher who specialises in Maths as a subject for an SEMH school based in Croydon. The school is part of a nationwide provider that provides specialised educational and residential services for young people with SEMH, SEN and additional needs. You will be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence in education, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to succeed.
As an SEMH Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students, helping them achieve their full potential. A SEMH Teacher's primary goal is to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive. This role is crucial in providing high-quality learning experiences for students with diverse needs. This rewarding position requires a deep understanding of various challenges that students may face, including Autism, Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) issues, and Learning Disabilities.
Your Responsibilities
Individualized Education Plans (IEPs):Developing and implementing personalized learning plans tailored to each student's unique needs and abilities.
Classroom Management: Maintaining a structured and positive classroom atmosphere that encourages participation and learning.
Collaboration: Working closely with other teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure a consistent approach to each student's education and well-being.
Continuous Assessment: Regularly evaluating student progress and adjusting teaching strategies to meet evolving needs.
Required Qualifications
A Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)or equivalent qualification, emphasizing special education.
Experience or specialized training in working with children with Autism, SEMH, and Learning Disabilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and families.
Skills and Attributes
Empathy and Patience: Understanding the unique challenges faced by students with special needs and showing compassion in addressing them.
Adaptability: Being able to adjust teaching methods and materials to suit different learning styles and abilities.
Problem-solving: Developing creative solutions to overcome educational barriers and foster student success.
Commitment to Inclusion: Dedicated to promoting an inclusive environment where all students feel valued and supported.
If this sounds like a match for you, then please get in touch for more information
Work for an Independent, progressive and OFSTED rated ‘OUTSTANDING’ children's social care provider that specialises in the support of young people and children with Learning Disabilities, based in Herne Bay. If you have experience leading staff within children's residential homes and a Level 3 in residential childcare, then I want to hear from you! Starting salary of £30,160 - £34,830
Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK.
Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years. I work within in the South of England and work closely with you to help find the most suitable role.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and pension
Refer a friend scheme
Staff recognition schemes
Team building days and events
Award and achievement ceremonies
Part & full time, sessional contracts
High level of management support
Bespoken training packages
Coaching for professional and personal development, career progression including fully funded Level 3,4 and 5 adult & child care diplomas
Well-being individual counselling and group session support
Requirements:
A level 3 Residential Childcare Diploma or equivalent specific to children's residential care
You must be 21 years of age or older
Social care experience with challenging behaviours at senior level in either Adult or Children's social care
Good knowledge of Ofsted
A successful track record of shift leading teams within children's homes.
Experience with and a passion for working with children and young people
Responsibilities:
Team Leadership, staff allocation and performance management
Rotas
Risk Assessments and care plan updates
Safeguarding
Medication
Auditing
If you are looking for your next exciting and rewarding career move contact: Laura
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