Head Teacher - Morley School
Location: Maidenhead
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience
Contract: Full Time (Term Time Only) Permanent
Additional Benefits: Professional Development opportunities , Auto-enrolment into an Enhanced contributory pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle to Work, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.
Start Date: September 2025 (tbc)
Are you a compassionate and dedicated educational leader? Do you have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? We are seeking an exceptional Head Teacher to lead our brand new nurturing and inclusive school community.
About the School
Located on the outskirts of Maidenhead, Morley School offers safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 18 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well-being and personal growth.
Morley School will form part of the Polaris Community alongside our current growing portfolio of schools across the UK, which are all rated by Ofsted either Good or Outstanding. The Polaris Community have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years.
About you
As the Head Teacher, you will be a forward-thinking leader, who will play a pivotal role in building a new team and shaping the educational experience for our students.
Key Responsibilities
Educational Leadership : Develop and implement a vision that aligns with our ethos of the Polaris Community embracing compassion, inclusion, and personalized learning. Be able to lead the school to consistently meet the requirements of the Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework.
Safeguarding: Acting as the Designated Safeguarding lead and collaborating with safeguarding partners, manage and report all concerns appropriately and put in place policies and procedures to develop a robust safeguarding culture in the school.
Curriculum Enhancement : Adapt and tailor the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of our students, ensuring a stimulating and engaging learning journey preparing pupils for next step.
Pastoral Care and SEN Advocacy : Champion a nurturing pastoral approach, emphasizing emotional well-being, mental health, and social development. Advocate for the rights and needs of our SEN students, aligned with EHCP objectives, within the wider educational community.
Staff Development : Support and mentor staff, promoting continuous professional growth and fostering a collaborative team spirit.
Community Engagement : Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external partners to create a cohesive support network, ensuring the growth and development of the school.
Qualifications and Experience Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with Primary/Secondary teaching experience. Suitable First degree and /or NPQH ( not essential) Experience working with SEN students and a deep understanding of their unique requirements. Proven leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate others.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today. Suitable candidates will then be asked to complete a formal application pack ahead of an interview.
Join us on this exciting journey to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role more, please contact Zoe Chittenden
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Location : Carlisle
Contract Type : Full-time, Permanent
Salary : Entry level Salary: £27,583.92 with a potential to earn up to £30,841.20 in sleep in shifts.
Experienced Salary: £28,129.92 with the potential to earn up to £31,387.20 in sleep in shifts
Specific Hours : 42 hours per week- shift pattern on rotation
We are currently seeking an experienced Residential Team Leader to join our services based in Carlisle.
North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with.
The role of a Team Leader is to share in creating a purposeful, caring, therapeutic, learning environment for our young people, by the application of high professional standards of care and support for the young person's social, emotional and/or behavioural needs, and mental health and learning difficulties.
Your Attributes:
As a Therapeutic Residential Team Leader, your qualities of being decisive, highly attuned and consistent will positively benefit the vulnerable children we care for. We welcome applications from experienced individuals who seek to deepen their therapeutic care knowledge and help develop the practice of others in utilising the PACE model and Therapeutic Parenting approaches.
Can you inspire your team? Will you use curiosity and empathy to help validate a child's life story? Have you an approachable leadership style?
Your ability to make key therapeutic interventions throughout the day will guide your team in adopting best practice. Recognising trauma and how it can manifest within a child and using your knowledge of child development will help the recovery, progression and ability for a child to live a full life and gain an independent, healthy future.
Are you Ready to supervise and support the continued professional development of a small team of staff? Willing and competent to lead a shift, making well-judged decisions in line with care plans? Knowledgeable in therapeutic interventions and an experienced key worker? Able to deputise for the Registered Manager in holiday periods?
Main duties: To provide support/advice for staff as required and manage the daily running of the team. To support and deputise for deputy manager as and when required. To carry out supervisions of individuals and support for key workers. To manage monies for activities. To manage the daily needs of the children. To monitor and check staff they carry out their duties. To take part in rostered sleep-in duties, as required. To develop programmes that will improve children's progress and interaction. Click apply now to view the full list of duties on our careers portal
All Applicants must have: Have an understanding of the issues that face young people in care Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Excellent communication and listening skills Be willing to learn Be able to work well as part of a small team Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous. Have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to cover at other Residential Homes as and when needed.
Benefits: A sleep-in allowance of £62.64 per night- potential extra earning of up to £3257.28 Shift Rotation: 2 days on, 2 days off, with staggered start times ranging from 8am, 12noon or 2pm (i.e. 8am-10pm, 12pm-10pm or 2pm-10pm). 6 weeks annual leave entitlement. Company pension Progression in professional development opportunity, through an HABC level 5 diploma in leadership and management residential care. Access to our Employee Discount Scheme, including discounts at various well-known retail companies Access to wellbeing supports via our Employee Assistance Programme Monthly clinical and professional supervisions, access to therapeutic support Overtime and additional holiday pay at Christmas day and New Year's Day. Career progression opportunities Comprehensive annual training including: Child Development, Attachment Theory, PACE Model, Therapeutic Parenting, The Whole Brain Child Model.
"Staff follow a research-based therapeutic approach to parenting. Staff use their sensitivity and empathy to successfully help children validate their feelings, feel accepted and well cared for." - Ofsted Outstanding 2018
North Lakes is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
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Registered Manager
Location: London
Salary: Base salary £47,958.75 with the potential to earn up to £63,158.75
Area Camden are an Outstanding/ Good Ofsted provider across the group and we are now looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, dedicated, professional Registered Manager to join and run one of our 'Outstanding' 6 bed children's home in London. We are seeking someone with a minimum of 2-3 years' management experience and experience of working with children aged 11-17 who have emotional and behaviour difficulties.
As a company we put our young people first and believe in providing a positive environment where they can grow to their full potential and so the right person would share our values and ethos. We work closely with other appropriate agencies and professionals and the quality and professionalism of our staff is therefore of paramount importance.
Main Purpose of Role:
Registered Managers are accountable for delivering high quality care to the children and young people resident within the home. This means that they are responsible for delivery of all care services, as well as the strategic planning for developments within the home, and all day to day management matters. They will demonstrate the ability to build on the principles and practice standards expected at Area Camden and proactively contribute to the continuous improvement of childcare standards at Area Camden.
Registered Managers are responsible for delivering childcare that is focussed on obtaining the best outcomes for each child and young person within the home. Consequently, they are expected to demonstrate practical leadership in childcare, as well as organise and support staff to provide the best possible care for each young person. This involves being personally available, as well as the supervision and mentoring of staff, organisation of work patterns, and facilitation of care focussed training, and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home
The ideal candidate would have an NVQ level 5 in Management and a minimum NVQ level 3 Caring for Children and Young People. Experience of managing staff, excellent written and verbal communication skills and leadership skills are essential qualities. Knowledge of the Children's Act 1989 and Care Standards Act 2000 relating to Children's Homes Regulations is required along with safeguarding procedures.
While the home manager is employed for 40 per week, they are expected to arrange their own work rota which may involve evening, weekend and night shifts duties. The home manager is wholly responsible for ensuring an appropriate staff presence to meet the childcare needs of the children and young people in the home.The post is subject to a six month probationary period. Annual leave is 32 days per annum this includes Bank Holidays, in the first three years this will increase to an additional day for the first there years. The company has a government workplace pension scheme which can be joined following successful completion of probation period. A mobile phone is available. A lap top Ofsted Bonuses- £5000 for an outstanding report, £2500 for a good report Full Occupancy Bonus- £600 per month A company car or a travel Allowance of £3000 The post is subject to three months' notice on either side other than for disciplinary or malpractice issues. Local parking permit The successful candidate will need to be approved by the appropriate statutory body. Ofsted Person Specification - Registered Manager
If you feel you have the level of desired commitment, passion, experience, qualifications and you can match all of the criteria for the post, please apply by submitting your CV and intent of interest to us.
Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
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JOB TITLE: SEN Class Teacher
SALARY: £28,000-£38,000
LOCATION: Stannard School, Dunstable
CONTRACT TERM: Permanent
CONTRACT TYPE: Full-Time; Term Time Only
HOURS: 8.30am-4.30pm
START DATE: January 2025
Are you a dedicated and experienced Teacher with a passion for special education needs? Do you have a proven track record of creating inclusive and engaging learning environments? If so, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our supportive and nurturing team, working together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils and help make a real difference to their lives.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching all allocated areas of the primary curriculum to a small bespoke class group of up to 6 pupils, with the support of a Teaching Assistant. You will be required to plan, prepare and present lessons that cater for the needs of the entire ability range.
You will be required to:Motivate pupils through enthusiastic, imaginative presentation Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and other professionals to ensure a high standard of education Monitor and assess pupils' progress, providing regular feedback to pupils, parents and colleagues Use a variety of teaching strategies and resources to promote pupil engagement and learning Create and maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment for all pupils Ensure all school policies and procedures are adhered to in line with the school values
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
Successful SEN teaching experience
A good knowledge of the national curriculum
Patience, empathy and a genuine commitment to the success of every student
The School
With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, this is a brand new school has a supportive environment that promotes engagement and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide a learning environment where young people can thrive, feel supported and safe and for each pupil to reach their full potential. At Polaris, we recognise the importance of specialist education and support for young people who need a tailored approach to learning.
Stannard School is located in the historic market town of Dunstable, approximately 2 miles from the M1, and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 18 years old and as part of the Polaris Community.
We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. We have a number of SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement.
We are also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted .
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be covered by Polaris Community. We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager
Location : Pontefract
Contract Type : Full-time, permanent
Salary: Up to £35,916.56 per annum (inclusive of sleep in shifts and on call payments)
Specific Hours: 39 hours per week
Accountable to: Accountable directly to the line manager: Registered Manager of home, and to the Responsible individuals and Operational Directors
At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood.
We are currently seeking a Deputy Manager to join our services in Pontefract.
Main Purpose of Job
The Deputy Manager needs to support the Registered Manager of the home with the delivery of the day to day management of the home, thus ensuring we deliver a high quality level of care. This ensures the home actively promotes the rights of young people as individuals and provides them with quality care in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation.
To support with the leadership of a team of care workers, in conjunction with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure that good outcomes are achieved for young people within the home to meet their physical, psychological, emotional & social development. To contribute to the overall ethos, values and aims of organisation.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for Service and Practice The development and delivery of high quality care in accordance with relevant Legislation, Regulations, including Ofsted SCCIF and The Organisations Policy and Procedures guidelines, showing an awareness to integrate an equal opportunities approach and working in an anti-discriminatory way and incorporate safeguarding responsibilities. Adherence to all legislative guidelines in respect of Health & Safety and ensure that all staff have adequate working knowledge and training To support the manager in the keeping of appropriate records relating to both young people and employees and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems within the organisation. To develop and promote new techniques and approaches to child care provision based in the home and be part of the senior team of the organisation, positively promoting it's well-being. To attend, prepare for and chair various meetings both internally and externally both alongside the registered manager and in their absence. On a rota basis to take on-call responsibilities - if required to undertake sleep in shift to cover shortfalls. The ability to write concise and evaluative reports and contribute to overseeing all written communication to enable us to sustain the required standards. To be responsible for decision making in the absence of the registered manager
Required Attributes Enthusiasm in providing the highest quality care and education Experience of managing a team Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Level 3 qualification in Children's and Young people's Workforce or equivalent as a minimum Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management or willingness to complete the qualification Familiarity with the needs of vulnerable individuals Demonstrate high standards of safe working practice Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, young people and outside agencies Ability to maintain emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviour Demonstrate respect for appropriate boundaries and authority Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to equal opportunities Holds a current UK driving licence / has the use of appropriate transport Flexible and reliable Participate in management forum and contribute to development of work practice, policies and procedures etc.
Benefits 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays Up to £25 on-call payments 39 hours full time, sleep in duties required as set out per Rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance
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SEN Teacher
Basic Salary: £28,000 - £38,000
Contract: Full Time, Term time only
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Becker School Batley, Kirklees
About our School
Located in Batley, Kirklees our new school offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 13 years old.
We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have several SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, varied and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role responsibilities Responsible for the planning and delivery of high quality lessons within the national curriculum whilst meeting the complex ASC & SEMH needs of all pupils. Supporting the class team in facilitating learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviours. Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes
Requirements Hold qualified teacher status (QTS) Suitable qualification to degree level Previous successful teaching experience, preferably teaching KS1/2 Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEND within an Educational setting Experience of behaviour management and techniques Committed to professional development and willing to learn Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work
What we offer, A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!) A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Education.
Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
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Children's Home Residential Registered Manager
Contract: Full Time, permanent
Salary : £35,037.45 per annum
Location: Carlisle
Specific Hours : 40 Hours per week (Monday to Friday)
We are currently seeking an experienced Residential Registered Manager to join our brand new service based in Carlisle.
North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with.
We currently have a Management opportunity at our 4-bedroom home in Carlisle. Can you inspire your team? Have you an approachable leadership style? If you are a qualified and experienced Children's Home Registered Manager, we would love to hear from you.
Main Duties Responsible in ensuring that the Statement of Purpose is in place, and reflects the appropriate needs of young people that the home is working with and outlines qualifications, experience and expertise of the staff employed within the home. To be responsible for ensuring a full flow of information into and out of the team and to develop effective communication strategies and systems which assist staff in the operation of their duties. To be responsible for the effective management and development of a range of quality direct services to young people. To ensure that the policies and procedures of North Lakes Children's Services are implemented. To ensure that staff training and development needs are identified and ensuring that those needs are met. To assist in training staff as required. To ensure that all Health and Safety Regulations are complied with in accordance with North Lakes Children's Services policies, procedures and practices. To regularly inspect the condition of the structure, fabric, furnishings and fittings of the building to ensure that all necessary equipment, etc. is in good working order and of a reasonable and acceptable standard of repair. To ensure that effective finance budgets, control, administration and records comply with North Lakes Children's Services expectations and procedures. To promote and implement the companies Equality and Diversity policies and to ensure that staff understand and implement the companies Child Protection Procedures. Quality Assurance - To set, monitor and evaluate standards at individual, team performance and service quality Communication - To establish and manage the team communications systems ensuring that the Company procedures, policies, strategies and objectives are effectively communicated to all team members Professional Practice - To ensure that professional practice in the team is carried out to the highest standards and developed in line with the company stated objectives of continual improvement in quality of its service to the young people in our care and external professionals. General Management - To provide vision and leadership to staff within a specialist team, ensuring that effective systems are in place for workload allocation and management, the application of the company's policies and procedures, including those relating to equality, supervision and appraisal and all aspects of their performance, personal development, health and welfare. Financial Management - To manage a designated budget (as required) ensuring that the company achieves value for money in all circumstances through the monitoring and control of expenditure and the early identification of any financial irregularity. Click apply now to view the full job description on our careers portal
All Applicants must have: Have an understanding of the issues that face young people in care Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Hold Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management or equivalent Excellent communication and listening skills Be willing to learn Be able to work well as part of a small team Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous. Have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to cover at other Residential Homes as and when needed.
Benefits: 6 weeks annual leave entitlement. Company pension Access to our Employee Discount Scheme, including discounts at various well-known retail companies Access to wellbeing supports via our Employee Assistance Programme Overtime and additional holiday pay at Christmas day and New Year's Day. Career progression opportunities Comprehensive annual training including: Child Development, Attachment Theory, PACE Model, Therapeutic Parenting, The Whole Brain Child Model.
North Lakes is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
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FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA)
Role: Supervising Social Worker
Salary: Up to £34,162 per annum - Dependent upon experience
Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
Location: Homebased - Covering Cumbria
ABOUT US
Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers.
The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today.
We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential.
Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments.
YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Andrew Sofield, Fostering Service Manager on .
To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch.
No agencies please.
Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
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DEPUTY MANAGER
Contract: Full Time/Permanent - 42 hours per week
Salary: up to £34,157.76 per annum
Location: Camden Town, London
AREA CAMDEN
The Area Camden group are part of the Polaris Community and aims to provide the highest levels of care and service to enable young people to achieve their goals.
As Deputy Manager you will support the Registered Manager in all aspects of the day-to-day running of Area Camden's service delivery. Promoting a caring environment which provides young people aged 11 to 18 with a high standard of specialised personal care, meeting individual needs and ensuring everyone is treated with respect and dignity and rights to privacy and independence. To support the Registered Manager to supervise, monitor and evaluate the care delivered to young people ensuring legal and up to date registration requirements are delivered in line with Area Camden's Statement of Purpose.
Main Duties :To work under the direction of the Registered Manager (RM) and deputise for the Registered Manager as and when required. To supervise Key/Support Workers and ensure supervision processes are implemented and recorded with designated staff. To support the RM with the day-to-day running of all aspects of the home including; the standards and quality of care, recruitment and training, communication with the team, the premises of the Care Home and financial matters. To recognise and assess individuals' needs, involving relevant professional agencies and relatives where needed, in order to formulate personalised care plans for each individual including identifying and supporting young people's cultural, social and emotional needs and interests. To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to young people following individual care plans carefully and ensuring all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. Promoting the social and emotional wellbeing & development of young people and to consistently strive to further develop these skills. To promote and encourage positive behaviour, education, independence and self-determination. To ensure services are delivered in a non-judgemental and anti-discriminatory manner challenging oppression or discrimination in a positive and appropriate manner. To promote and encourage active participation in decision making processes to ensure young people receive a holistic approach to their development.
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Essential skills required:Residential childcare experience (5 years plus) Hold Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent Child Protection experience Leadership and staff supervision skills Well developed written and verbal communication Management of budgets and staff rotas Project management skills and have an enthusiastic disposition Demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal development Be proactive, solution focused and have an enthusiastic disposition
Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position
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Qualified Social Worker- Children's Services
Contract type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £30,450 per annum
Contract term: Full time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Mansfield working a hybrid model of 2 days per week in the office (Please note this is a community so although the office is based in Mansfield you need to be able to travel to the below locations.
Covering Locations: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire & Derby
Benefits: 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Enhanced Mileage, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
About Us
Polaris Children's Services are an established children's services provider that delivers innovative and outcomes-based services, offering real value and building brighter futures for as many children, young people and families as possible.
Working across Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Derby, we provide a family preservation service, aiming to reunify and divert children and young people from the edge of care.
Requirements
Please note this a community role and you will need to be able to travel to Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Derby.
The office base is in Mansfield and there will be an expectation of hybrid working (a combination of working in the office, community visits and homebased working).Holds a Social Work qualification recognised by Social Work England or equivalent body Proven experience of working with children, young people and their families (including foster parents) with complex and multiple needs, including child protection issues A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services and fostering as well as publications which inform current thinking regarding good practice and the safeguarding of children and young people Ability to work effectively in partnership with Local Authorities and partner agencies
Responsibilities Hold case responsibility, oversee and support the delivery of intervention services to children, young people and families programme working in a way which promotes equality, diversity and rights for all individual associated with the service Respond to referrals or service requests from Local Authority partners Implement, monitor and review service plans relating to the assessed needs of children, young people and their families, in partnership with other agencies Refer children, young people and their families to appropriate specialist or universal services in order that their needs are met Contribution to provision of regular returns/contract monitoring reports to the customer Support the Service Manager in the delivery of the Key Performance Indicators for the service
Polaris Children's Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Children's Services. Polaris Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
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