Care Home manager - Children with Learning Disabilities

The successful candidate will:

Be enthusiastic, self motivated, flexible and resilient with previous experience of using active support models to encourage independence and give young people a voice.

Have excellent communication skills including knowledge of non-verbal communication methods.
Be able to demonstrate leadership skills and an ability to manage, motivate and mentor staff, encouraging their personal development in line with the needs of the individuals we support.

Hold (or be close to completing) a QCF level 5 in leadership for health & social care services (or equivalent qualification) as recognised by Social Care Wales to meet the standards required to register as a children’s care home manager.

Have experience of liaising and developing professional working relationships with individuals’ family members, health care professionals and other stakeholders.
Be ambitious for the young people we support.
HOURS OF WORK:

Working hours are generally from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday. However, flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the service. Additionally, you will be required to participate in on-call duties on a rota basis, for which extra payment will be made.

CRITERIA:

Qualifications:

Essential: QCF L5 in Leadership for Health & Social Care Services or equivalent.
Desirable: Training qualification or willingness to obtain one.

Experience:

Essential:
Proven management experience in a relevant care setting.
Prior experience in a similar environment and with individuals exhibiting occasional behaviours of concern.
Experience with people with complex needs, including learning disabilities, autism, and/or mental health problems.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential: Basic knowledge of regulations governing the sector (RISCA, Social Care Act).
Desirable: Level 3 Safeguarding.

Other Factors

Essential: Physically fit, driving licence, ability to work flexibly.
Essential: Capable of leading a team to provide person-centered care and support to young people, promoting their well-being and enabling them to achieve their full potential.
Essential: Enthusiastic, self-motivated, able to take responsibility.