Assistant Unit Manager | Lancaster & Morecambe | Full time

Lancashire County Council; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Lancaster is seeking an Assistant Manager for the Alex House service, providing essential support to children with disabilities. The role involves a combination of leadership and direct care responsibilities, requiring experience in residential services and a passion for children's welfare. The position offers a strong team environment, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing training opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Health and Wellbeing initiatives

Free parking and meals when with children

Qualifications

• Experience working within Residential Children and Young People's Services.
• Commitment to children's well-being and family support.
• Ability to oversee care plans and collaborate with professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Home Manager in oversight of day-to-day home operations.
• Monitor and evaluate individual care plans.
• Attend multi-agency meetings and reviews.

Skills

Passion for working with children with disabilities

Leadership in Health & Social Care

Minimum 3 years' experience in Residential Services

Education

QCF Level 4 or NVQ 3/4 in Leadership & Management

Job description

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Job Description

Salary £36,363 -£40,778 per annum | Permanent, Full Time | 37 hours per week | Lancaster & Morecambe

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to international sponsorship

We are currently recruiting...

Assistant Manager - Alex House ( 37 hpw) £36,363 - £40,778

" We believe overnight breaks is so much more than respite - Supporting children with disabilities is serious but fun stuff - Our kids deserve the highest quality of care love and support " - JP Adamson Registered Manager

Alex House short break service for children with disabilities is seeking a special individual to be part of our management team as Assistant Home Manager.

Alex House is one of 3 Residential Overnight Breaks services in Lancashire ... possible opportunities to be part of this team don't come up often. Alex House has been graded OUTSTANDING by Ofsted at 14 consecutive inspections...meaning its in the top 5% of the registered children's homes in England!

This is a key leadership position, working closely with the Home Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the home. The role involves a balance of operational and direct care responsibilities, including overseeing individual care plans, monitoring short break outcomes, and maintaining strong working relationships with external professionals. Attendance at reviews and multi-agency meetings is expected, as is contributing to wider service projects, initiatives and team development.

Deputy Managers are also expected to work collaboratively as part of the broader management team across Children's Residential Services, taking a lead on key areas of

What we are looking for...

• A passion for working with children with disabilities and a commitment to their well-being.
• A QCF 4 or NVQ 3 or 4 Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care or equivalent (Candidates without would be expected to complete this )
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working within Residential Children and Young People's Services or equivalent

What we offer:

• A rewarding and fulfilling role where you can make a real difference in children's and their family's lives.
• A supportive team environment where collaboration and creativity are encouraged.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• Enthusiastic supportive leadership from an extremely experienced and family centred management team

Why join us...

• Generous annual leave allocation, 25 days (rising to 32 days after five years' service) plus eight days bank holidays and two extra statutory days
• Comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working arrangements
• Health and Wellbeing Initiatives including wellness programs and other services including Occupational Health Services, Cycle to work scheme, Eyesight test contribution and our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave policies.
• Access to various discounts (e.g. Viv Up) on products and services, including local businesses, national retailers, and car purchase schemes.
• Free parking and all meals/drinks included when with the children
• Stable experienced senior management team and dedicated Head of Service
• Extensive training programme, including funded apprenticeships up to degree level

If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, ( this is encouraged) then please contact John Paul Adamson Registered Home Manager at Lancashire.gov.uk

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

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