Assistant Care Manager

Wmjobs; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

Employee benefits scheme

Flexible and hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking an Assistant Care Manager to support children and young people in a safe, nurturing environment. You will oversee personalised care plans, conduct audits and supervise staff while supporting Deputy Managers and the Registered Team Manager to achieve shared goals.

You will collaborate with parents, schools, social workers and other professionals to promote consistent outcomes and empower children in everyday life skills and meaningful activities.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People or equivalent.
• Experience managing staff and working in residential childcare.
• Ability to handle complex behaviours and emotionally challenging situations.
• Skilled in communication, including use of visual and adaptive aids.
• Knowledge of care legislation and quality standards.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide network of professionals.
• Available for shift work, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement personalised care plans reflecting each child’s needs, preferences and goals.
• Conduct case file audits and supervise staff to achieve shared goals.
• Support Deputy Managers and Registered Team Manager in daily operations.
• Promote consistency through collaboration with parents, schools, social workers and other professionals.
• Encourage independence by supporting life skills and meaningful activities tailored to each child.
• Work in a 24-hour Children’s Home environment, including shift work and weekends/bank holidays.

Skills

Behaviour management

Staff supervision

Communication

Care legislation knowledge

Equal opportunities

Collaboration

Shift work availability

Education

Children and Young People NVQ Level 3

Job description

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Assistant Care Manager to join our supportive and nurturing team. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where children can develop the skills and confidence, they need for day-to-day life. We support children with emotional well-being, health, and social needs, tailoring our care to meet their individual requirements.

As our Assistant Care Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people to thrive in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. You will oversee the developed and implement personalised care plans that reflect each child’s individual needs, preferences, and goals, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. Using a variety of communication methods and visual aids, you will help children express their wishes and feelings confidently. In addition, you will be completing case file audits and completing supervisions empowering and supporting the staff team whilst supporting the Deputy Managers and Registered Team Manager to achieve the shared common goals.

Working collaboratively with parents, schools, social workers, and other professionals, you will promote consistency and positive developmental outcomes. You will also encourage independence by supporting children with everyday life skills such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and self-care, while planning and delivering meaningful activities tailored to each child’s abilities and interests.

This is an exciting time to join us, and we need the right talent to help us to continue to improve and grow our services. The Children’s Home provides a 24 hour service, applicants for these roles will be expected to work shifts, some weekends, and bank holidays.

We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection.This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.

This role is based in Birmingham so you must have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.

About you

We’re seeking someone with warmth, resilience, and leadership capability who can bring empathy and structure to our care environment:

You will have

• A qualification in Children and Young People at least at NVQ Level 3


• Proven ability to handle complex behaviours and emotionally challenging situations


• Experience managing staff and working in residential childcare (essential)


• Skilled in communication (including use of visual and adaptive aids)


• Knowledge of care legislation and quality standards


• Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices


• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide network of professionals


• Available for shift work, weekends, public holidays.

Additional Information

Interview date to be confirmed.

Onboarding Process

Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian including Experian DBS, Experian Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre‑employment requirements.

Our Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.


• Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use!


• Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!


• Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns.


• Pension Scheme - You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the local government pension scheme.

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work- be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.


• Supportive Environment- enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.


• Career Development- benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.


• Generous Benefits- take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undertake the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.