Job Description

We are looking for a maternity cover for this home with the opportunity to stay permanently within the local team.

The home is a 3 bed residential home for young people. Middle Leaford is registered as a 3 bedded home and can accommodate young people with complex needs following a careful matching process of risks and needs. The home is part of Cambian Group and is committed to providing the best possible care for the young people we look after. We are registered with Ofsted to provide residential care for young people up to 18 years old of either gender with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, through adverse childhood experiences such as trauma, neglect, sexual, physical, mental or emotional abuse or children that are in a situation of family breakdown.

The team at Middle Leaford have extensive experience of supporting young people with these specific needs and undertake specific training to cater for more specific individual requirements of a young person should the need arise. At Middle Leaford We have an experienced senior staff team. The home is warm, welcoming and nurturing. Staff have been trained by the IROC team that were allocated to previous young people.

We look after 3 young people up to 18 years old of either gender with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, through adverse childhood experiences such as trauma, neglect, sexual, physical, mental, social or emotional abuse or children that are in a situation of family breakdown. we take a multiagency approach to support young people to get the best care possible to meet their individual care needs. Staff build positive and caring relationships with young people so they are able to male fun loving memories. Staff support and prepare young people for independence by following a through independent living plan and having a transition plan in place. Seeing the progress young people make from when they first arrive on the home is amazing to see and gives the staff a feeling of achievement, that they were able to make a difference in a young person's life for the better and gave them a positive experience of life.

We have a caring staff team who will look after not only the young people but each other too. We provide a nurturing family environment Staff work together as a team and take a content approach with the young people being firm but fair with the rules and boundaries. Staff take in to account young people's views feelings and wishes. Staff use each other's strengths and weakness to achieve the best outcomes possible.

What We Offer

Entry salary up to 45,000 per annum DOE.

Annual quality and commercial bonus from 5,000.

As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company.

Comprehensive Induction

To set you up for success.

Management Development Training Programme

and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business.

Additional Benefits: Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including:

o Employee Assistance Service


o Wellbeing Programme


o Recommend a Friend scheme


o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out


o Long Service Awards

As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least "Good" by Ofsted

This is a 3 bed Children's Home where you will:

Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home to ensure your success. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Effective Commercial Management of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations.

Essential Requirements and Experience

Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care.

Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.

Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post.

Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements.

Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership.

Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication.

Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour.

Driving License: Full UK required.

Why Cambian?

As part of the CareTech family, to be part of the most exciting Children's care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support.

All of our colleagues - Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to CareTech's goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with our Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter.

A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything we do.

As one of Europe's largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career at CareTech - a place where we can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects.

CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education.

If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!