Head of Care - Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs

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Job Title: Head of Care - Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs, Harrogate

Client: Brook Street Social Care NMR

Location: Harrogate, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e7e00e490bff

Job Views: 11

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

Role: Head Of Care for Young People aged 16-25 with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs

Salary: Circa £50,000

Hours: 37.5 hours/week

Weeks per year: 52

Location: Harrogate

Contract: Permanent

This organization is a northern charity supporting people living with sight loss and other disabilities, promoting independence and fulfilling lives through support, advice, and training.

Purpose of the Post

Lead the 24-hour service supporting young people with disabilities and complex needs.

Person Specification

• Recent experience managing medium to large residential care facilities
• Experience working with people with learning disabilities
• Knowledge of CQC compliance and inspection processes
• Financial and budget management skills
• Leadership and team management experience
• Policy development and implementation skills
• Formal safeguarding qualifications or willingness to obtain
• NVQ Level 5 or equivalent in Health and Social Care

Responsibilities

• Line management of House Managers and supporting HR processes
• Resource management within budget constraints
• Staffing and rota management
• Manage relationships with recruitment agencies
• Contribute to the Senior Leadership Team to realize organizational strategy

Line Management Responsibilities

• Provide leadership ensuring high standards of service and staff conduct
• Address performance issues with support from HR

Safeguarding: The organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. An Enhanced DBS check and references will be required for the successful candidate.