3 months contract with a local authority Job Purpose To support the Homes Manager in their professional responsibilities and tasks for the effective management of the residential homes, and the provision of a professional, child centered service in accordance with the relevant regulations, legislation, guidance, codes of practice, policy and procedures. Key Duties/Accountabilities To assist in the management and oversight of the budget of their children’s home. To ensure that services are delivered in partnership with all key stakeholders so that children’s assessed needs are met on a planned, holistic basis within a family setting whenever this is consistent with their best interests. To support the Homes Manager with complex issues effectively to develop a responsive and effective service for users, delivered within designated budgets. To support the Homes Manager in embedding, training, and implementing the chosen therapeutic practice model approach into every aspect of the homes’ management. Essential Experience Required Extensive professional work experience as a manager/senior manager in a children’s residential setting. Good experience of residential care at a managerial level, work with children and their families, demonstrating a clear understanding of the legislative requirements and range of issues that impact on children and young people’s lives. Essential Qualification Required Professional qualification in (recognised and current) Level 3 in Residential Childcare, or equivalent. Additional information to note Working Hours: 37 hours per week. The role closes soon, apply ASAP. Requirements Requirements Extensive professional work experience as a manager/senior manager in a children’s residential setting. Good experience of residential care at a managerial level, work with children and their families, demonstrating a clear understanding of the legislative requirements and range of issues that impact on children and young people’s lives. Professional qualification in (recognised and current) Level 3 in Residential Childcare, or equivalent.