Job Role:
To provide a residential service to children and young people where required. To encourage individuality, confidence and self- esteem to optimise the quality of life of the children and young people and to promote independence. To assist the homes Manager in leading, motivating and supporting a team of residential childcare practitioners. To assist the homes Manager to ensure the best ou
tcomes possible for each child and young person are promoted. To be responsible for the day to day management of the home in the absence of the homes Manager. To promote structure, boundaries and routine within the home. Requirements:
Confident in responding appropriately to challenges within a residential environment. Able to present a professional image at all times
Ability to work with a variety of internal and external professionals. Can demonstrate commitment to the staff teams, young people and the service in order to be part of a team that delivers high quality outcomes. Ability to be flexible when required
Has excellent communication (verbal and written) skills. Understands the importance of and can use the support networks available to them. Understands the management role in providing support and guidance for the staff teams
Self-starter with the ability to identify issues, and the skills to respond (in line with policy and procedure). Confident decision maker who can problem solve under pressure. Reliable member of the team.
