Lead Night Manager, UAS Children's Home

Kent County Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Residential Setting Manager to oversee night-to-night operations of a children's home for unaccompanied asylum-seeking (UAS) children. You will provide essential support to help children begin their resettlement journey, ensuring compliance with regulations and role modeling best practices. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and communication skills, with experience in residential care. A salary range of £34,421 – £38,304 per annum is offered, along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

30 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with UAS children or in a residential setting.
• Applicants must be 21 years of age or above.
• Previous experience as a Children's Home Manager or in a related role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage night-to-night operations of the children's home for UAS children.
• Role model good practice and ensure staff provide support.
• Work across a rolling shift pattern including weekends.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

A local government organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Residential Setting Manager to oversee night-to-night operations of a children's home for unaccompanied asylum-seeking (UAS) children. You will provide essential support to help children begin their resettlement journey, ensuring compliance with regulations and role modeling best practices. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and communication skills, with experience in residential care. A salary range of £34,421 – £38,304 per annum is offered, along with professional development opportunities.