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<h2>16+ Therapeutic Supported Accommodation for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children</h2><ul><li>Reports to Operations Director / Nominated individual &nbsp;</li><li>Manages 2 Head of Young people’s Support and additional bank staff</li><li>Salary £46,000 pa works Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm (or as required by the service) and on call responsibilities&nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Line Management Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Operations Director and Nominated Individual supervise Registered Service Manager and Mentor Co-Ordinator</li><li>Registered Service Manager supervises HYPS</li><li>Head of Young Peoples Support (HYPS) supervises all Support Workers, Key Workers and Night Support Staff</li><li>Senior Support Worker supervises bank staff</li></ul><h2>Who we are</h2>Enthum House, is a 24/7, 365-day operation providing person-centred support and safeguarding for seven unaccompanied asylum-seeking boys aged 16+.<h2>Purpose of role</h2>We are looking for someone with the passion, energy, drive, values as the Registered Service Manager for The Enthum Foundation, a charity providing supported accommodation and life skills to unaccompanied young people aged 16-17 years.We are looking for a Registered Service Manager who is wise and resilient with excellent people and management skills underpinned with an understanding of Ofsted requirements for supported accommodations.You will be responsible for balancing the support needs and aspirations of the awesome young people we serve with the smooth running of the homes services. It's a rewarding, hands-on role working with a talented team of 16 staff, united by our mission and eager to consolidate our successful work to-date and further increase our reach and impact.   If this sounds like it could potentially be you.... Please get in touch!We particularly welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of being a young person in care or from a refugee background.A registered service manager for our Ofsted-supported accommodation provision is&nbsp;responsible for the day-to-day operations of the service, ensuring compliance with legal and quality standards, and acting as a liaison between young people, staff, and regulatory bodies.Responsible for setting high standards of support working with young people affected by complex trauma across two homes. Supporting Staff to assist them to build on their emotional resilience and developing mental, physical and social well-being and life skills for independent living, supporting each young person with the opportunity to reach their individual potential.Responsible for Safeguarding, Strong motivational leadership and staff management. The post holder will demonstrate integrity and a strong philosophy of care.The post includes the necessity for setting targets, objectives and professional development of staff who support the young people promoting the highest standard of service delivery possible.Working in a multi-disciplinary environment, the post holder will liaise effectively with the Enthum Foundation directors representing Enthum Foundation in a positive and professional light with all current and potential young people, stakeholders, and partners.<h2>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</h2><h3>Regulatory &amp; Compliance Leadership</h3><ul><li>Act as the lead contact for Ofsted, ensuring full compliance with the Quality Standards and inspection frameworks.</li><li>Maintain inspection readiness at all times, leading on Ofsted inspections and embedding continuous improvement plans.</li><li>Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, organisational policies, safeguarding legislation, and health &amp; safety law.</li><li>Provide governance oversight and quality assurance for all aspects of service delivery.</li></ul><h3>Strategic &amp; Financial Management</h3><ul><li>Lead alongside our finance team the service’s financial planning, including managing household budgets, ensuring cost-efficiency and sustainability.</li><li>Identify, secure, and manage funding opportunities, contracts, and commissioning agreements in partnership with the Nominated individual.</li><li>Contribute to organisational growth through business development and innovation in supported accommodation models.</li></ul><h3>Leadership &amp; Organisational Development</h3><ul><li>Lead, inspire, and develop a staff team to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed support to young people.</li><li>Design and implement workforce development plans, including recruitment, retention, training, and supervision strategies.</li><li>Embed a culture of reflective practice, professional development, and continuous improvement within the team.</li></ul><h3>Safeguarding &amp; Risk Management</h3><ul><li>Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding procedures are robust, effective, and consistently applied.</li><li>Take ultimate accountability for safeguarding practices, incident management, and risk mitigation within the service.</li><li>Oversee risk assessments, crisis management planning, and safeguarding escalation protocols.</li></ul><h3>Quality &amp; Outcomes</h3><ul><li>Monitor and evaluate service outcomes for young people, ensuring that data and feedback inform service improvement.</li><li>Champion co-production and ensure young people’s voices shape service design and delivery.</li><li>Deliver measurable impact in line with commissioning requirements and organisational objectives.</li></ul><h3>External Representation &amp; Partnership</h3><ul><li>Act as an ambassador for the organisation, representing the service at local authority, commissioning, and sector forums.</li><li>Influence best practice in supported accommodation through strong partnership working with regulators, commissioners, and community stakeholders.</li><li>Build and maintain external partnerships to create innovative opportunities for young people’s personal and social development.</li></ul><h3>Collaborative &amp; Organisational Leadership</h3><ul><li>Work closely with Trustees and Directors to shape the organisation’s long-term vision and strategy.</li><li>Ensure services align with organisational values, strategic priorities, and future growth.</li><li>Undertake additional duties as required to support the effective running of the service.</li></ul><h2>Person Specification</h2>Listed below are the objective criteria, specific to this role, used to assess each candidate and determine suitability for appointment.&nbsp; To be shortlisted you must clearly demonstrate in a written statement how you meet the Essential and Desirable Criteria required.&nbsp;The list indicates at which stages in the selection process the criteria will be assessed:<h3>Essential</h3><ul><li>Prior experience of working with UASC or refugees in an outreach programme</li><li>Ability and experience in embracing multi diversity and/or personal refugee background.</li><li>Experienced in working with clients affected by trauma and PTSD.</li><li>Awareness of the challenges facing UASC in society and how complex trauma and cultural identity impact on behaviour.</li><li>Knowledge of community-based risks and the issues involved in Child Sexual Exploitation, Trafficking and Radicalisation with up-to-date knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation and procedures relating to young people</li><li>At least 2 years in Leadership and Management in a residential setting</li><li>The ability to create positive relationships with young people and advocate on their behalf while keeping within clearly understood boundaries and hold a strong belief in the possibility of their personal development and personal breakthroughs</li><li>The ability to identify risky behaviour and the potential for harm and make timely interventions, as well as be proactive in enabling young people to recognise and avoid risks to their safety</li><li>Effectively and proactively manage conflict/crisis situations, making sound decisions and correctly following safeguarding protocols and managing staff teams through times of unexpected change and upheaval</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to adapt your methods/style of communication with the ability to resolve conflict proactively and constructively within the staff team and lead by example at all times</li><li>Develop effective partnerships and take an active lead in creating and building a safe, reliable and responsive residential community whilst working with a wide range of individuals, external agencies and stakeholders</li><li>Organise staff team and house meetings effectively with ability to implement and delegate points of actions in a timely manner</li><li>A clear commitment to equal opportunities including the ability to challenge discriminatory practice and to promote equality and multi diversity in service delivery and business relationships</li><li>Accurately record, summarise, report and share information in line with data protection and confidentiality requirements</li><li>Willingness to undertake additional training in aspects of UK asylum law, cross-cultural integration, counter-radicalisation</li><li>A clear understanding of Supported Accommodation Regulations</li><li>Experience in designing and developing work rotas and flexibility to fill in unexpected staff shortage in emergency and work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays if necessary</li></ul><h3>Desirable</h3><ul><li>Ability to set and review targets and objectives for the staff team to ensure that work is focused and has clear direction in its commitment to person centred support of young people.</li><li>Experience in team building, staff recruitment, training and&nbsp;disciplinary procedures</li><li>Good literacy and numeracy and competence in the use of IT applications</li><li>Experience of&nbsp;how to apply, delegate and ensure good practice within a residential setting, including health and safety compliance.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Candidates must have or working towards or be prepared to work towards at least one of the following.<ul><li>A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Health and Social&nbsp;Care&nbsp;or Children and Young People's Residential Services</li><li>A professional social work or relevant qualification (MA/BSc/DipSW/CQSW/MSc/BA) or equivalent with at least 2 years’ experience of staff management and supervision in a similar provision.</li><li>A relevant&nbsp;NVQ&nbsp;at Level 4, such as health and social care (adults) or health and social care (children&nbsp;and young people) or working towards Level 5.</li><li>Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is required.</li></ul><h2>The recruitment process following shortlisting will include</h2><ul><li>Informal discussion via zoom or telephone with CEO/Director.</li><li>Formal interview with a panel including candidate presentation and questions</li><li>Invitation to open session, to meet staff and young people for question and answer session.</li><li>Second formal interview if required.</li><li>Robust induction Programme</li><li>6 Month Probationary Period</li></ul>We look forward to receiving your application.

Enthum Foundation

Registered Service Manager

Who we are:Enthum House, is a 24/7, 365-day residential setting. We provide person-centred support and safeguarding for up to fourteen unaccompanied young people aged 16-18, who are seeking asylum in the UK and moving towards independence.&nbsp;&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:The Operations Director and Nominated Individual (NI) in Supported Accommodation plays a crucial role in ensuring that the services provided in supported accommodation settings meet Ofsted regulatory standards and are delivered in a way that promotes the wellbeing and safety of young people. The Nominated Individual is responsible for overseeing the service's compliance with the Supported Accommodation Regulations and Standards 2023, ensuring that high-quality support is delivered, and supporting the Registered Service Manager in maintaining the operational aspects of the service.<h2>Specific&nbsp;Duties</h2>Service&nbsp;Delivery&nbsp;and&nbsp;Regulatory&nbsp;Compliance<ul><li>To&nbsp;be&nbsp;a&nbsp;part&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Senior&nbsp;Leadership&nbsp;Team&nbsp;and&nbsp;attend&nbsp;regular&nbsp;Senior Management Team meetings</li><li>Head&nbsp;of&nbsp;Safeguarding&nbsp;(DSL)&nbsp;-&nbsp;Overview&nbsp;of&nbsp;Safeguarding/managing&nbsp;allegations.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;the&nbsp;service&nbsp;meets&nbsp;the&nbsp;needs&nbsp;of&nbsp;young&nbsp;people&nbsp;in accordance&nbsp;with legislation, policy, and best practices.</li><li>Line&nbsp;manage&nbsp;and&nbsp;provide formal&nbsp;and&nbsp;informal&nbsp;supervision and&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Registered Service manager and others as necessary to improve the home’s performance.</li><li>Ensure the home is led and managed in such a way as to be consistent with Enthum&nbsp;House’s&nbsp;approach&nbsp;and&nbsp;ethos&nbsp;and&nbsp;deliver&nbsp;the&nbsp;outcomes&nbsp;set&nbsp;out&nbsp;in&nbsp;the statement of purpose.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;the&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;is&nbsp;fully&nbsp;prepared&nbsp;and&nbsp;ready&nbsp;for&nbsp;Ofsted inspection.</li><li>To&nbsp;have&nbsp;oversight&nbsp;of&nbsp;implementation&nbsp;of&nbsp;statutory&nbsp;and&nbsp;home’s&nbsp;policies&nbsp;and&nbsp;provide feedback&nbsp;to&nbsp;senior&nbsp;leaders&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;effectiveness&nbsp;of policies.</li><li>Resolve complex operational and service-based problems and conflicts raised through&nbsp;the&nbsp;home’s&nbsp;day-to-day&nbsp;running,&nbsp;complaints&nbsp;(and&nbsp;relevant&nbsp;HR&nbsp;process&nbsp;in collaboration with Co-Director(s))</li><li>To&nbsp;have&nbsp;oversight&nbsp;of&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;reports,&nbsp;statistical&nbsp;data,&nbsp;and&nbsp;evaluations&nbsp;in accordance with the policies of the home.</li><li>Review&nbsp;the&nbsp;performance&nbsp;of&nbsp;Staff.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;the&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;service&nbsp;meets&nbsp;the&nbsp;required&nbsp;quality standards in terms of safety, care quality, and operational procedures.</li><li>Liaise&nbsp;with&nbsp;regulatory&nbsp;authorities&nbsp;and&nbsp;support&nbsp;the&nbsp;preparation&nbsp;of&nbsp;inspections, audits, and reports</li></ul>Leadership&nbsp;and&nbsp;Support:<ul><li>Supervise,&nbsp;lead&nbsp;and&nbsp;guide&nbsp;the&nbsp;Registered&nbsp;Manager&nbsp;and&nbsp;support&nbsp;staff,&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;the team is well-informed of their roles and responsibilities.</li><li>Act&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;senior&nbsp;point&nbsp;of&nbsp;contact&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;team,&nbsp;offering advice&nbsp;on&nbsp;best&nbsp;practices&nbsp;and professional development opportunities.</li><li>Help&nbsp;to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;a&nbsp;positive,&nbsp;inclusive,&nbsp;and&nbsp;supportive&nbsp;working&nbsp;environment.</li></ul>Quality&nbsp;assurance&nbsp;and&nbsp;Monitoring<ul><li>Be&nbsp;accountable&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;quality&nbsp;of&nbsp;support&nbsp;provided,&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;that&nbsp;young&nbsp;people receive person-centered care tailored to their individual needs.</li><li>Monitor&nbsp;individual&nbsp;plans&nbsp;and&nbsp;outcomes&nbsp;for&nbsp;young&nbsp;people,&nbsp;working&nbsp;closely&nbsp;with&nbsp;the Registered Service Manager to implement improvements where necessary.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;robust&nbsp;safeguarding&nbsp;procedures&nbsp;are&nbsp;in&nbsp;place&nbsp;and&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;any&nbsp;concerns or incidents are addressed promptly and in accordance with legal and best practice standards.</li></ul>Operational&nbsp;Leadership&nbsp;and Accountability<ul><li>Ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;the&nbsp;service&nbsp;is&nbsp;adequately&nbsp;staffed,&nbsp;with&nbsp;recruitment,&nbsp;training,&nbsp;and retention strategies in place.</li><li>Assist&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;development&nbsp;and&nbsp;review&nbsp;of&nbsp;policies&nbsp;and&nbsp;procedures&nbsp;in&nbsp;line&nbsp;with statutory requirements and best practice.</li><li>Contribute to the financial management of the service, including budget monitoring&nbsp;and&nbsp;resource&nbsp;allocation in&nbsp;partnership&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;Finance&nbsp;Director.</li><li>Attend&nbsp;Quarterly&nbsp;Trustee&nbsp;meetings&nbsp;in&nbsp;person&nbsp;and&nbsp;occasional&nbsp;online&nbsp;Trustee meetings as required</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;quality&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;and&nbsp;health&nbsp;and&nbsp;safety&nbsp;assessments&nbsp;are&nbsp;conducted,&nbsp;and action plans are implemented by managers.</li><li>Overview&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;risk&nbsp;assessments&nbsp;are&nbsp;in&nbsp;place&nbsp;to&nbsp;protect&nbsp;children&nbsp;and&nbsp;staff.</li><li>Monitor&nbsp;ongoing&nbsp;quality&nbsp;of service&nbsp;provision.</li><li>Co working on Data analysis (including progress of young people, i.e. Planning stars),&nbsp;recording&nbsp;and&nbsp;monitoring.&nbsp;Establish&nbsp;mechanisms&nbsp;for listening&nbsp;and&nbsp;acting&nbsp;on the views of beneficiaries, on the organisations performance (April and September)</li><li>Demonstrate&nbsp;service&nbsp;compliance&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;Children’s&nbsp;Homes&nbsp;(England)&nbsp;Regulations, Children’s Homes Quality Standards, and the social care common inspection framework (SCCIF).</li><li>Maintain&nbsp;a&nbsp;culture&nbsp;of&nbsp;continuous&nbsp;service&nbsp;improvement.</li><li>Support&nbsp;Registered&nbsp;Service&nbsp;Manager&nbsp;to&nbsp;create&nbsp;effective&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;systems&nbsp;to ensure the home is always ready for an Ofsted inspection and develop good working relationships with the home’s Ofsted inspector.</li><li>Marketing,&nbsp;media&nbsp;management&nbsp;and&nbsp;public&nbsp;speaking&nbsp;when&nbsp;required</li><li>Co&nbsp;work&nbsp;on&nbsp;identifying&nbsp;and&nbsp;assessing&nbsp;strategic&nbsp;risk&nbsp;issues&nbsp;and opportunities.</li><li>Responsible for the local authority relationships and proactive income generation and management.</li></ul>Young&nbsp;People&nbsp;Engagement and Support:<ul><li>Ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;young&nbsp;people’s&nbsp;voices&nbsp;are&nbsp;heard and&nbsp;that&nbsp;they&nbsp;are&nbsp;fully&nbsp;involved&nbsp;in decisions about their life and support received.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;the&nbsp;service&nbsp;is&nbsp;promoting&nbsp;independence,&nbsp;dignity,&nbsp;and&nbsp;respect&nbsp;for&nbsp;all&nbsp;young people.</li><li>Address&nbsp;any&nbsp;complaints&nbsp;or&nbsp;concerns&nbsp;from&nbsp;young&nbsp;people&nbsp;and&nbsp;work&nbsp;with&nbsp;staff&nbsp;to resolve them in a timely and satisfactory manner.</li><li>Reporting&nbsp;and&nbsp;Documentation:</li><li>Oversee the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records for each young person&nbsp;on&nbsp;Mentor,&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;that&nbsp;documentation&nbsp;is&nbsp;comprehensive&nbsp;and&nbsp;compliant with the regulatory framework.</li><li>Prepare&nbsp;and&nbsp;submit&nbsp;reports&nbsp;to&nbsp;Ofsted,&nbsp;Local&nbsp;Authority,&nbsp;or&nbsp;other&nbsp;relevant&nbsp;bodies&nbsp;as required.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;all&nbsp;reports,&nbsp;incident&nbsp;logs,&nbsp;and&nbsp;action&nbsp;plans&nbsp;are&nbsp;completed&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;timely and accurate manner.</li></ul><h2>Person Specification</h2><h3>Qualifications and Education</h3><ul><li>A&nbsp;relevant&nbsp;qualification&nbsp;in&nbsp;health&nbsp;and&nbsp;social&nbsp;care&nbsp;(e.g.,&nbsp;Level&nbsp;5&nbsp;Diploma&nbsp;in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent).</li><li>Knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;current&nbsp;legislation&nbsp;and&nbsp;best&nbsp;practice&nbsp;in&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation and care settings</li><li>Evidence&nbsp;of&nbsp;work-related&nbsp;continuous&nbsp;management&nbsp;development&nbsp;and&nbsp;strategic management responsibility.</li></ul><h3>Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience&nbsp;working&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;Ofsted&nbsp;regulated&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;or&nbsp;children’s home&nbsp;environment,&nbsp;ideally&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;senior&nbsp;leadership&nbsp;or&nbsp;management&nbsp;role.</li><li>Experience&nbsp;working&nbsp;with&nbsp;vulnerable&nbsp;children&nbsp;and&nbsp;young&nbsp;people&nbsp;with&nbsp;complex needs (mental health, unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, adolescent services, transition teams, care leavers etc.).</li><li>Proven&nbsp;track&nbsp;record&nbsp;of&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;compliance&nbsp;with&nbsp;regulatory&nbsp;standards&nbsp;and improving care quality.</li></ul><h3>Knowledge and Understanding</h3><ul><li>As a minimum a thorough understanding of the Supported Accommodation Regulations&nbsp;and&nbsp;Quality&nbsp;Standards&nbsp;England&nbsp;2023, Working&nbsp;Together&nbsp;to&nbsp;Safeguard Children 2023, GDPR 2018, and Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.</li><li>Guidance&nbsp;pertaining&nbsp;to&nbsp;running&nbsp;a&nbsp;residential&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;service</li></ul><h3>Essential Skills and Abilities</h3><ul><li>Strong&nbsp;leadership&nbsp;and&nbsp;management&nbsp;skills,&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;motivate&nbsp;and&nbsp;guide&nbsp;a team.</li><li>Excellent&nbsp;communication&nbsp;skills,&nbsp;both&nbsp;written&nbsp;and&nbsp;verbal.</li><li>A&nbsp;detailed&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;of&nbsp;safeguarding,&nbsp;risk&nbsp;management,&nbsp;and&nbsp;health&nbsp;and safety regulations.</li><li>Ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;under&nbsp;pressure&nbsp;and&nbsp;handle&nbsp;sensitive&nbsp;situations&nbsp;with&nbsp;discretion&nbsp;and professionalism</li></ul><h3>Equality and Diversity</h3><ul><li>Promote&nbsp;equality&nbsp;and&nbsp;diversity&nbsp;by&nbsp;interpreting&nbsp;equality,&nbsp;diversity&nbsp;and&nbsp;rights according to legislation and policies.</li><li>Develop&nbsp;a&nbsp;culture&nbsp;of&nbsp;non-discrimination&nbsp;that&nbsp;supports&nbsp;individuals’&nbsp;rights&nbsp;and eliminates&nbsp;patterns&nbsp;of&nbsp;discrimination.</li></ul><h2>Service</h2>Enthum&nbsp;House&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;Category&nbsp;2&nbsp;ringfenced&nbsp;shared&nbsp;semi-independent&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;for up to 15 looked after young people (UASC).Responsible to - TrusteesResponsible for - Registered Service Manager and Team<h3>Terms and Conditions</h3><ul><li>3 days a week, with flexibility across the week as required and based&nbsp;on&nbsp;the needs&nbsp;of the service. £33,000 starting salary.</li><li>Occasional&nbsp;evening or weekend&nbsp;work&nbsp;may&nbsp;be required.</li><li>Based&nbsp;in&nbsp;Eastbourne with&nbsp;occasional&nbsp;travel&nbsp;to other&nbsp;locations&nbsp;for external meetings.</li></ul>

Operations Director and Nominated Individual

Learning Disability Nurse - Nights Department: Nursing Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Ayr Clinic Compensation: £36,176 - £41,953 / year Description Priory Hospital Ayr Clinicis looking to recruit a Learning Disability Nurse - Nights to join the team.This is a full time role of 37.5 hours. Based in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland, Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic is a low secure service for males and females with a mental health diagnosis and/or a personality disorder. We can support people from all over the UK. Lochlea House and Gatehouse are two stepdown services located in Ayrshire which are part of Ayr Clinic also. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Learning Disability Nurse you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.<ul> <li>Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.</li> <li>Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patients named nurse.</li> <li>Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess their need and evaluate their progress.</li> <li>Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.</li> </ul>You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) with active NMC registration, 6 to 12 months of post-registration experience, and completion of a preceptorship programme. They will have a sound understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional practices, along with evidence of ongoing post-registration professional development. The candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, a strong commitment to change, improvement, and quality, and the ability to develop and apply flexible, innovative approaches to practice. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, supported by a minimum of six months' experience in a mental health or learning disabilities care environment, and a clear record of continued professional development in the relevant field. For more information about the role, you can email <a href="mailto:BeverleyLawson@priorygroup.com" target="_blank">BeverleyLawson@priorygroup.com</a> What we will give you in return<ul> <li>Subsidised meals</li> <li>Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave</li> <li>Enhanced maternity pay</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)</li> <li>Access to development opportunities</li> <li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li> <li>Leadership &amp; management development</li> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Refer a friend bonuses</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Priory

Careers at Priory

Learning Disability Nurse - Nights

Sessional Autism Spectrum Conditions Assessor Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Contract Location: Priory Hospital Bristol Compensation: £60.00 / hour Description An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified therapist to work within the Outpatient therapy service at either Bristol Park Clinic or Bristol Hospital, on-site and remotely. Hours for this sessional role are flexible and will be scheduled according to the centre's requirements. While specific hours may vary depending on demand, we aim to provide clarity as service needs become clearer. This approach ensures the centre can respond effectively to changing demands. You must live locally to the area to be able to conduct face-to-face meetings/sessions as and when required. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As an ASC Assessor, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. You will also;<ul> <li>Complete specialist assessments for individuals with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) to inform diagnosis and care planning.</li> <li>Work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), including psychiatrists, psychologists, occupational therapists, and nursing staff.</li> <li>Contribute to the development and review of personalised treatment plans.</li> <li>Provide expert guidance, advice, and support to colleagues, patients, and families regarding the ASC.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records and reports in line with professional and organisational standards.</li> </ul>You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. To work with Priory as a sessional therapist or psychologist, we ask that you ideally have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience, and can demonstrate a good level of clinical experience in your chosen field. You are able to offer strong clinical judgement, excellent communication skills and able to adhere to good organisational clinical governance; which will include the use of digital platforms, concise clinical notes and attending risk management meetings as required. Accreditation with an approved professional body is required, which includes HCPC, UKCP, BABCP, BACP, NCPS, BPC, ACAT, and ACP (relevant to the type of modality you wish to offer). We can consider 'working towards accreditation' in certain circumstances, and can discuss this on a case-by-case basis. To discuss the role further, please contact Emily Hack (Therapy Service Manager) 0117 952 5255. What we will give you in return Priory is seeking skilled and compassionate individuals to join us on a sessional, self-employed basis. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work within a respected healthcare provider, delivering specialist mental health and wellbeing services. If you're committed to making a difference and want to work in a supportive, professional environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Our service offers,<ul> <li>DBS paid for by Priory</li> <li>Free on-site parking or reduced parking rates</li> <li>Supplemented meals</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.

Sessional Autism Spectrum Conditions Assessor

CAMHS Therapist - Sessional Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Contract Location: Priory Wellbeing Centre - Canterbury Compensation: £55.00 / hour Description Priory Wellbeing Centre Canterbury, is looking to recruit a CAMHS Therapist to join the team. Hours for this sessional role are flexible and will be scheduled according to the centre's requirements. While specific hours may vary depending on demand, we aim to provide clarity as service needs become clearer. This approach ensures the centre can respond effectively to changing demands. Priory Wellbeing Centre Canterbury is conveniently situated right in the heart of Canterbury's city centre, offering easy access to all. Our expert team can deliver established outpatient treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement, addictions and eating disorders. We provide high quality support to adults, adolescents, children and couples, offering rapid access to effective treatment to get you or your loved ones back on track. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Therapist you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. You will also:<ul> <li>Provide 1:1 therapy to CAMHS service users, either remotely or face-to-face</li> <li>Support the ASC CAMHS pathway as part of a dedicated team</li> <li>Be part of an organisation renowned for excellence and a diverse range of mental health services</li> </ul>You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. You'll need at least two years' experience working with young people, along with the ability to think systemically about their needs, including family and school contexts. A relevant qualification and knowledge of neurodiversity are essential, as is active therapeutic work and clinical supervision with this group. Full BABCP accreditation is required. You'll also need to be flexible to accommodate after-school hours and Saturday mornings if required. You will need to be ADOS trained or willing to invest in the training for this role. What we will give you in return Priory is seeking skilled and compassionate individuals to join us on a sessional, self-employed basis. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work within a respected healthcare provider, delivering specialist mental health and wellbeing services. If you're committed to making a difference and want to work in a supportive, professional environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Our service offers,<ul> <li>DBS paid for by Priory</li> <li>Free on-site parking or reduced parking rates</li> <li>Supplemented meals</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.

CAMHS Therapist - Sessional

Deputy Manager Department: Senior Management and Leadership Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Bedborough House Compensation: £14.70 / hour Description Bedborough House is looking to recruit a Deputy Manager to join the team. The role is a full-time position working 40 hours per week. Bedborough House is located in Radstock, Somerset. We offer residential support for seven autistic males and females, and people who have a learning disability. Our home is situated in a residential area, offering stunning views of Somerset. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Deputy Manager, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents. You will also;<ul> <li>You will split your time between the office and the floor, supporting individuals.</li> <li>Flexibility required: cover evenings, occasional night shifts, and rotate on-call duties.</li> </ul>Join us in creating a positive and supportive environment for our residents and staff! You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. We're looking for someone with experience in a similar role who can bring strong leadership and excellent organisational skills to the team. You'll be committed to providing exceptional support every day, making a real difference in the lives of those you work with. Experience in managing challenging behaviour would be a great advantage, though not essential. For more information about the role, you can email <a href="mailto:collettepacey@priorygroup.com" target="_blank">collettepacey@priorygroup.com</a> Benefits We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.<ul> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)</li> <li>Access to development opportunities</li> <li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li> <li>Leadership &amp; management development</li> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Refer a friend bonuses</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Deputy Manager

CAMHS Therapist - Sessional Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Contract Location: Priory Hospital Roehampton Compensation: £65.00 - £75.00 / hour Description Priory Hospital Roehampton is looking to recruit a Sessional CAMHS/ CBT Therapist to join our dedicated team. We support people facing a wide range of mental health challenges, providing specialist care for depression, anxiety and addictions. Our team offers tailored treatment for substance addictions, including alcohol, cocaine and heroin, as well as behavioural addictions like gambling. We also provide outpatient support for adults with eating disorders. At Roehampton, you'll be supported by a compassionate team of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, nurses and mental health professionals who are committed to your wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help you move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients' well-being. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a CAMHS Therapist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.<ul> <li>Report directly to the Outpatient Therapy Lead and manage a caseload of patients and couples.</li> <li>Schedule appointments, provide therapeutic interventions, and deliver feedback based on assessments and agreed treatment plans.</li> <li>Maintain clinical records to the highest standards, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in all documentation.</li> <li>Adhere strictly to incident reporting and safeguarding protocols, which are critical within CAMHS services</li> <li>Demonstrate strong knowledge and experience of safeguarding and clinical governance to succeed in this role.</li> </ul> You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. We are currently recruiting for a CAMHS Therapist to join our outpatient team and provide therapeutic care to our patients in line with Priory Group policy. We are particularly keen to hear from CBT therapists but will consider other modalities. The successful candidate will be an accredited member of the BACP or UKCP and have at least 5 years' experience of working with young people aged 12 to 20. Candidates will have a recognised qualification in CBT theory and practice and have BABCP or BACP membership and accreditation. Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team in acute mental health services is desirable. For more information about the role, you can email <a href="mailto:andreastroyd@priorygroup.com" target="_blank">andreastroyd@priorygroup.com</a> What we will give you in return<ul> <li>Subsidised meals</li> <li>Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave</li> <li>Enhanced maternity pay</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)</li> <li>Access to development opportunities</li> <li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li> <li>Leadership &amp; management development</li> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Refer a friend bonuses</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Consultant Psychiatrist CAMHS (Visiting Consultant) Department: Medical and Psychiatry Employment Type: Contract Location: Priory Hospital Ticehurst Description Priory Hospital Ticehurstis looking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist (Visiting Consultant) to join the team. This is a Self employed role. Set within 48 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens in a small village in East Sussex, Priory Ticehurst House is an idyllic location which allows us to provide a highly therapeutic environment, making us the perfect place for people staying with us to begin their recovery. We work collaboratively with the discharge teams to ensure a smooth transition back into existing community services, or to an individual's home, where possible. Priory's acute services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. Consultant Psychiatrist (Visiting Consultant), you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.<ul> <li>Serve as Consultant and Responsible Clinician, leading patient care planning and multidisciplinary collaboration across inpatient and outpatient settings.</li> <li>Assess and manage complex cases, chair MDT/CPA meetings, and liaise with patients, families, and external stakeholders.</li> <li>Provide clinical leadership alongside the Ward Manager, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational standards.</li> <li>Contribute to governance and quality improvement through active participation in ward, CAMHS, and service development meetings.</li> <li>Engage in academic activities including teaching, case presentations, audit, research, and ongoing professional development.</li> <li> You can find additional information in the attached job description. </li> <li>Engage in academic activities including teaching, case presentations, audit, research, and ongoing professional development.</li> </ul>You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The successful candidate will be fully registered with the GMC and expected to provide evidence of their registration when required. You should have significant experience working within multidisciplinary teams and demonstrate strong leadership in coordinating care, discharge planning, and liaising with commissioners. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building trust with patients and colleagues. You must be confident working autonomously, have strong problem-solving abilities, and be able to apply evidence-based practice in a practical, patient-centred manner. Participation in a non-residential, second on-call rota is also required. For more information about the role, you can email <a href="mailto:HollieCrabb@priorygroup.com" target="_blank">HollieCrabb@priorygroup.com</a> What we will give you in return Priory is seeking skilled and compassionate individuals to join us on a sessional, self-employed basis. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work within a respected healthcare provider, delivering specialist mental health and wellbeing services. If you're committed to making a difference and want to work in a supportive, professional environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Our service offers,<ul> <li>DBS paid for by Priory</li> <li>Free on-site parking or reduced parking rates</li> <li>Supplemented meals</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.

Consultant Psychiatrist CAMHS (Visiting Consultant)

Addictions Therapist- Accredited Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Priory Eden House Compensation: £39,140 - £45,320 / year Description Priory Eden Houseis looking to recruit an Addictions Therapist to join the team. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours. Residential Addiction's care - helping our clients to rediscover life beyond addiction. Eden House is the first service in our brand new Division of Residential Addictions. Branded under Flourish", Eden House will be the first Priory therapy-led residential programme for people seeking meaningful, sustainable recovery from addiction and related behaviours. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Integrative Therapist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents<ul> <li>Receives and responds promptly to referrals undertaking initial assessments to establish the scope, level and nature of the individual client's therapeutic needs.</li> <li>Leads and facilitates group and/or individual therapy sessions, ensuring activities and interventions continue to meet the needs of the clients, and are consistent with the provisions detailed in the clients' therapy plan.</li> <li>Manages, monitors and reviews an assigned caseload, ensuring delivery within the agreed timescales.</li> </ul> You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated professional who holds a recognised counselling or therapy qualification with relevant accreditation. The ideal candidate will bring at least 12 months of valuable experience in the field, along with a genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of others. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a supportive team where your skills, empathy, and expertise will help transform lives every day. For more information about the role, you can email <a href="mailto:AndreaStroyd@priorygroup.com" target="_blank">AndreaStroyd@priorygroup.com</a> What we will give you in return<ul> <li>Subsidised meals</li> <li>Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave</li> <li>Enhanced maternity pay</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)</li> <li>Access to development opportunities</li> <li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li> <li>Leadership &amp; management development</li> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Refer a friend bonuses</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Addictions Therapist- Accredited

Family (CAMHS) Therapist Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time Location: Priory Hospital Chelmsford Compensation: £32,000 - £42,400 / year Description Priory Hospital Chelmsford is looking to recruit a Family Therapist to join the team. This is a part-time/ 30 Hours role. Situated within three acres of landscaped grounds, Priory Hospital Chelmsford is an independent hospital that specialises in the treatment and management of adults and adolescents with a range of mental health problems. There is a highly experienced team of mental health professionals and support staff, which include consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and therapists. The hospital offers calming and recovery focused residential treatment for up to 60 service users, as well as day care and outpatient services, including separate facilities for young people. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Family Therapist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.<ul> <li>Provide therapeutic support and interventions to children, adolescents, and their families to address mental health challenges.</li> <li>Facilitate family therapy sessions to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen family relationships.</li> <li>Collaborate with the multidisciplinary CAMHS team to develop and implement individualized care plans.</li> <li>Assess family dynamics and identify factors affecting the young person's mental health and wellbeing</li> <li>Offer guidance and support to families to promote coping strategies and resilience during inpatient treatment.</li> </ul>You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. A successful family therapist should have a strong foundation in psychological theories and therapeutic techniques specific to family systems, with proven experience working with children, adolescents, and their families in clinical or community settings. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential to build trust, navigate complex family dynamics, and facilitate open dialogue. The ability to assess and understand diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and individual needs is crucial for delivering effective and personalized interventions. Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, particularly in mental health environments, enhances holistic care delivery. Additionally, strong problem-solving skills, emotional resilience, and ongoing professional development are important to adapt to the evolving needs of clients and maintain best practices in family therapy. For more information about the role, you can email <a href="mailto:andreastroyd@priorygroup.com" target="_blank">andreastroyd@priorygroup.com</a> What we will give you in return<ul> <li>Subsidised meals</li> <li>Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave</li> <li>Enhanced maternity pay</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)</li> <li>Access to development opportunities</li> <li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li> <li>Leadership &amp; management development</li> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Refer a friend bonuses</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

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