Residential Head of Care

Residential Head of Care

Location:        The Grange Therapeutic School

Hours:             42.5 hours per week

Salary:            £42,500 depending upon experience

Contract:        Permanent, Full Time, Term Time only

 

If you really want to make your mark in a rapidly growing business that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, we have the role for you!

We’re looking for a Head of Care to join The Grange Therapeutic School Knossington team.

Essential - NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People.

Desirable – NVQ Level 4 HSC Children and Young People or HSC Diploma Level 5 – candidates who do not currently hold this qualification must be willing to acquire it.

Desirable - Degree in Social Work

Desirable - Management qualification

 

About the School:

The Grange Therapeutic School is an independent special school for young people aged 8 -18 years with social, emotional and mental health difficulties. The school is 38 week, term time only and has 14 residential places out of a total capacity of 85.  Our school is based in a Victorian country house in Leicestershire with stunning views and fantastic facilities to develop not only the educational, but also the social and emotional needs of our pupils. With access to woods and lakes on site, the school has an ethos about delivering a personalised curriculum tailored to, and driven by, the individuals. The school has two residential houses in the village with experienced, hardworking and skilled staff.

 

About the Group:

We are part of Acorn Care and Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.

We provide Education and Care across a number of schools and residential homes nationally. Our specialist SEN provision, coupled with our expertise within residential care means we offer thousands of vulnerable children and young people across the UK a holistic, wraparound care, residential and education service, empowering them with everything they need to flourish. It is by no accident that 94% of our schools and homes are rated as Outstanding or Good.

We welcome staff who share our commitment to help children experience better days and better lives. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are well prepared for their jobs and given every opportunity to extend their skills.

Acorn Care and Education is part of the Outcomes First Group.

 

About the Role:

• To ensure that the care of the pupils in the residential houses is of the highest stand.
• To manage the care staff team and develop their careers.
• To lead in the management of the ‘care’ provided in the school within legislative and wider group policy requirements.
• To work with the Senior Leadership Team as appropriate to manage and improve the quality of the residential provision.

 

Who we are looking for?

We want to hear from people with drive, a willingness to go the extra mile and who are comfortable holding other professionals to account to improve the lives of the young people in our care. Strong organisational skills, team working and a sense of humour are also vital.

 

Essential Criteria:

• To be able to develop and maintain appropriate and effective relationships with our pupils.
• Ability to communicate professionally with pupils, staff and outside agencies in both verbal and written form.
• High standard of report writing skills.
• To be able to maintain confidentiality.
• To be able to supervise and manage a range of staff.
• To maintain systems of working, be able to organise and plan.
• To be able to lead, motivate and build teams.
• Ability to promote and develop the professional skill base of the team members.
• To follow through decisions.
• To be able to communicate with staff on how to implement school policy and legislative guidelines.
• To be able to work to agreed quality standards.
• To be committed to anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice.
• Skilled in the use of information technology.
• Ability to work in a challenging environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required and to be flexible in approach and attitude.

 

Why work for us?

• Social activities
• "Your Wellbeing Matters"
• Employee Rewards Hub
• Free School meals on site
• No two days are ever the same
• Be part of a fantastic team who work hard together and support each other
• Opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference
• Continuous professional development and training for a clear career path

 

Applications are invited online though the Acorn Care and Education website www.acorncare.co.uk. If you have any further questions regarding how to apply please contact Stephanie Watt on 01664 454264.

Acorn care and Education and The Grange Therapeutic School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS, the Employer Access online service and social media. Please be advised that references will be sought at the point of shortlisting.

A full application form must be completed with all employment dates accurate and gaps in employment accounted for.