01/07/2021
We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Manager to work for our company. 25 hours per week to begin with.
The Role
You will be overseeing a children’s semi-independent unit; you will be responsible for the safeguarding of the children within the service whilst adhering to current policies and procedures.
You will need to develop and maintain relationships with the local authorities. Enable young people to make the transition into adulthood and be prepared for this. Evaluate, and update strategies with a drive to grow, and maintain an excellent service.
Key Duties -
• Supervision and development of the staff team
• Maintain up-to-date both manual and electronic records and databases.
• Formulation of care packages for looked after young people.
• Writing of residential core assessments, and other competent reports to professionals as necessary.
• Ensure Unit reach an outstanding/good inspection from Ofsted or other Authorities
• Significantly improved the quality of numerous young people’s lives by quality care packages, full assessments and planned move on packages.
• Day to day running of the project, policies and procedure, finance and all administration involved in a small Leaving care unit. In line with the 1989 children Act and the Care Standards Act 2000.
• Managing and working with set budgets
• Liaison with a number of complex agencies on behalf of young people.
• Organization of team meetings.
Requirements
• NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care or NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young Adults.
• Recent experience working either as a Semi-Independent Home Manager or as a Semi-Independent Deputy Manager in a Semi-Independent Living service.
• Full UK Driving Licence with access to a car.
• Experience of Social Services and Local Authorities, and also must have sound knowledge and understanding of Ofsted and current legislations.
Benefits -
Work laptop provided
Work mobile phone provided
Paid holiday.
All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and reference checks
Part-time hours: 25 per week
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £22,000.00-£24,000.00 per year