About Green Lane
Green Lane is looking for a support worker to join our newly formed care team supporting young people aged 8-18 with autism, learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs. Nestled within a quiet residential area that offers a harmonious blend of community integration and privacy., this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable young people—helping them to build independence, stability, and confidence for the future.
Requirements:
* DipSW, CQSW, NVQ 3/4/5 in Working with Young People / adult Management or a willingness to work towards this.
* Proven experience at Senior level in a Residential Home for adults/young people
* Able to demonstrate advanced practice skills and experience in managing challenging behaviour.
* Demonstrate good working knowledge of CQC fundamental working standards and regulations.
* Working knowledge of the National Care Standards, Care Act and Regulations.
* Good attention to detail and work to high standards.
* Work using own initiative, taking full ownership.
* Ability to develop and encourage professional growth in others.
As a Deputy Residential Manager you will:
* Co-ordinate and monitor staffing levels within the home to ensure that individual need is met.
* Assist the Registered Manager in ensuring that there is an appropriate Statement of Purpose for the home and that this document is updated on a regular basis.
* Organise, deliver and co-ordinate induction, supervision, appraisal and support to individual staff.
* Assist the Registered Manager in providing operational management of the staff team and to deploy staff resources in order that key objectives are fulfilled.
* Ensure that the standards within the home are maintained and developed in line with the Care Standards Act 2000 and the Children’s Homes Regulations 2001.
* Maintain a clean and safe environment paying particular attention to Health and Safety legislation and environmental health needs.
* To work proactively with monitoring bodies to ensure that services are developing beyond the set standards.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and a fulfilling, long-term career.
* Fully funded professional training (Level 3/4 Health & Social Care, Therapeutic Childcare degree).
* Clear career progression routes into senior roles.
* Salary sacrifice scheme, enhanced leave, and a supportive team culture.
* Ongoing career development, wellness support, and on-the-job training.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can help young people thrive—and feel you have the compassion, resilience, and interpersonal skills to make a difference—we’d love to hear from you.
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