Assistant Manager, Residential Care - Lead Impact & Growth

A wilderness Way; Kentucky; Sur place; USD 54 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual leave 33 days + milestones

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Staff recognition programs

Résumé du poste

Wilderness Way is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a team across four residential homes, delivering high-quality care for children who have experienced trauma. You will work with the Registered Manager to ensure safeguarding, staff support, and effective care planning.

The role requires leadership experience in residential childcare, a Level 3 Diploma, and a full UK driving licence. A 40-hour week with occasional flexibility is expected, with a salary up to £44,956 and a package of benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential childcare, at Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager level.
• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent).
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and relevant legislation understanding.
• Excellent leadership, communication and mentoring abilities.
• Full, valid UK driving licence (manual).

Responsabilités

• Lead and supervise a team of Residential and Senior Residential Support Workers, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
• Support the Registered Manager in ensuring the care and safety of children across four separate homes.
• Create a safe space for children to develop, learn, and flourish, working within placement plans and goals.
• Collaborate with therapists, education specialists, and assessment leads.
• Ensure children's care plans are communicated and followed by all team members.
• Provide leadership ensuring safeguarding and regulatory requirements are met.

Formation

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)

Description du poste

Wilderness Way is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a team across four residential homes, delivering high-quality care for children who have experienced trauma. You will work with the Registered Manager to ensure safeguarding, staff support, and effective care planning.

The role requires leadership experience in residential childcare, a Level 3 Diploma, and a full UK driving licence. A 40-hour week with occasional flexibility is expected, with a salary up to £44,956 and a package of benefits