Overview
Our client is a market leader within the care industry, working with 43 local authorities and county councils, and providing direct services to HM Government Home Office. They specialise in best-in-class residential care for children and young people with complex needs, creating a safe, homely, and nurturing environment to support positive development and progress across all areas.
Responsibilities
* To shape and deliver the residential homes and manage the team to achieve the same.
* To support children aged 8 to 18 with complex behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties, focusing on the needs of each child.
* To provide high-quality care services that support residents’ needs and act as an advocate for their wellbeing.
* To provide strong, motivational leadership to staff.
* To manage referrals into the service from a variety of sources and maintain full occupancy.
* To produce a development plan for the service ensuring high-quality, clinically informed practice.
* To ensure all clinical practices and medication processes are conducted in line with legislation.
* To ensure safe working practices are employed by all staff in accordance with Health and Safety at Work legislation; cooperate with designated personnel as required.
* To ensure risk and need assessments for children and young people are conducted, regularly reviewed and updated.
* To ensure high-quality support and transition services align with service specifications and placement plans from relevant local authorities.
* To uphold professional ethics and behaviour by all staff.
* To coordinate the service and act as a focal point for support, advice, and coaching to all staff within the home.
* To maintain a clean, safe environment and ensure the building’s physical state is kept to a high standard; address repairs promptly.
* To liaise with regulatory organisations regarding how the home is managed.
* To ensure adherence to the company’s financial and administrative procedures and operate within a set budget.
* To safeguard children and young people through sound management strategies, collaboration with external agencies and emergency services, and compliance with safeguarding procedures.
* To support staff in achieving high standards of care for all residents.
* To assist in the management, appraisal, supervision, and support of all residential staff.
* To coordinate and monitor casework and administrative functions, including rotas, and evaluate performance standards.
* To ensure the home operates in accordance with relevant legislation, standards, and guidance (e.g., Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015, Children Act 1989, Children’s Homes (Amendment) Regulations 2011, Care Standards Act 2000).
Qualifications
* Qualifications are essential, e.g., Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, Children & Young People’s Services, or equivalent, or willingness to undertake training within 6 months of employment.
* At least two years’ experience relevant to residential care within the last five years.
* At least one year of experience supervising and managing professional staff.
* Knowledge and understanding of Children’s Homes regulation including Quality Standards 2015, The Children’s Homes (Amendment) Regulations 2011, Care Standards Act 2000, Ofsted and related legislation, and policies and procedures.
Benefits
* 31 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Welcome Bonus for new starters
* Relocation package
* Company Car
* Birthday treats with a £100 birthday gift each year
* Employee Referral Bonus: £250 on joining and £250 after probation
* Long service recognitions with rewards at 3, 5, and 10 years
* Pension with NEST
* Access to Sage Employee Benefits
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* 24/7 OnDemand GP Service
* Enrolment and funding to required qualification(s)
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