Assistant Manager - Therapeutic Children’s Home Lead

The Cumbria County Council; Wigton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The Cumbria County Council in Wigton is seeking four passionate Assistant Managers to help create a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where children and young people can thrive.

You will work alongside the Registered Manager to shape personalised support plans, lead a dedicated team, and deliver outstanding care for young people who have experienced trauma, attachment difficulties, social exclusion, and emotional health challenges.

Qualifications

• Experienced childcare professional with leadership abilities.
• Commitment to therapeutic, child-centred practice.
• Ability to shape culture and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team to deliver outstanding care for children and young people who have experienced trauma and attachment difficulties.
• Develop personalised support plans and build strong partnerships with families and professionals.
• Champion the voices of children to involve them in decisions about their care and future.

Job description

The Cumbria County Council in Wigton is seeking four passionate Assistant Managers to help create a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where children and young people can thrive.

You will work alongside the Registered Manager to shape personalised support plans, lead a dedicated team, and deliver outstanding care for young people who have experienced trauma, attachment difficulties, social exclusion, and emotional health challenges.