Residential Care Leader for Young People

Coventry City Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK seeks a dedicated individual for a role focused on leading and supporting a staff team in children's residential care. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3/4 qualification in Residential Childcare and must demonstrate experience in managing sensitive information. This full-time position includes a mix of shifts to meet the varied needs of children. The role promises an opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Family-style working environment

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Ability to work holistically across services for positive outcomes.
• Knowledge of current legislation regarding children's care.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a children's residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff through challenging situations, remaining solution-focused.
• Accountable for informed decision-making in short time frames.
• Provide supervision to develop the team's professional skills.

Skills

Holistic approach

Knowledge of Children's Home Regulations

Professional qualification in Residential Childcare

Experience in case file management

Education

Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

A local council in the UK seeks a dedicated individual for a role focused on leading and supporting a staff team in children's residential care. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3/4 qualification in Residential Childcare and must demonstrate experience in managing sensitive information. This full-time position includes a mix of shifts to meet the varied needs of children. The role promises an opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives.