Head of Residential Care

Moor House School & College

Mill Lane, Hurst Green, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 9AQ

Head of Residential Care

 £46,569 – £51,491 plus London Fringe Allowance of £609

(dependent on experience)

This is a unique opportunity to lead and develop a service that delivers a holistic and collaborative approach to supporting speech and language impaired children and young people at this Ofsted “Outstanding” rated Special School and College (7-19 years).

Owing to the retirement of the current post holder, we are looking for an experienced and inspirational Head of Care to lead a dedicated team of Residential Care staff. The successful candidate will provide strong, operational leadership to ensure our young people enjoy living in a safe and happy environment whilst developing their life skills and independence. As a key member of the Senior Management Team you will contribute to the development and implementation of our strategic vision, while driving forward continuous improvement in this outstanding residential provision. 

You will also demonstrate a highly developed awareness of child development, adolescence, family dynamics, and challenges associated with children and young people with language and communication difficulties. You will need to be able to use your exceptional organisational skills, to ensure the efficient running of the service.  A calm manner and the ability to think clearly and decisively whilst under pressure are essential for this key role. Your excellent people skills will enable you to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders in the field of Residential Care.

Additionally, you will be qualified to NVQ Level 5 or equivalent in Leadership and Management for Care Services and have experience of managing care staff within an Educational or similar setting. A 

detailed knowledge of the National Minimum Care Standards and the Ofsted Social Care Common Inspection Framework are also essential for achieving success within the role.

The post offers a generous family friendly holiday allowance. A stakeholder pension scheme is available with staff contributions matched up to a generous capped limit.

If you are looking for a career that you can be proud of, then joining our team at Moor House could be the role for you.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email jobs@moorhouseschool.co.uk and provide a contact telephone number. 

Closing date for all applications: 9am on Monday 1 April 2019

Interview date: Wednesday 3 April 2019

For an application form and further information: www.moorhouseschool.co.uk/vacancies

Completed applications should be emailed to: jobs@moorhouseschool.co.uk

Moor House School & College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be screened, including checks with past employers and with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).