Lead Childcare Professional
We are currently seeking a highly skilled Lead Childcare Professional to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual to manage a residential unit providing care to displaced children and young people.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of professionals, ensuring the highest standard of care is delivered to our service users. They will work closely with colleagues to develop and implement strategies that promote the well-being and empowerment of the children in our care.
* A recognized Level 8 Social Care qualification is required.
* In cases where level 7 Social Care has been achieved, this must be accompanied by a qualification in management.
* The successful candidate will have five years' direct experience of working in residential childcare, and/or managing services to vulnerable children and young people.
* Excellent communication and report writing skills are essential.
* Proficient IT skills and understanding of utilizing word processing, Adobe, Excel etc. are necessary.
* A full clean driver's licence, held for more than one year, is also required.
This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires a dynamic and hardworking individual who can lead a team and make a positive impact on the lives of our service users.