Job summary Marshfields is a short break home which provides emergency and time limited specialist care for young people of either gender aged between 5-17 years with complex needs, where either family, foster care, or other community-based placements are not possible or desirable at the time. An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Team Manager to join us Main duties of the job You will be responsible for: Engaging in the effective delivery of residential childcare utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs assessments and care planning. Creating a positive environment for each young person to flourish with particular regard to their safety, health and education and diverse needs. Carrying out high quality assessments, use child centred and multi-agency interventions to bring about positive change through developing effective relationships, and secure the best outcomes for children and young people. Sharingprofessional knowledge, theory and practice with colleagues. Strengthening the relationships between children, young people and families wherever possible and appropriate Delivering residential childcare in accordance with Ofsteds Social Care Inspection Framework. Maintaining good professional practice within the homes in accordance with Departmental Standards, working as part of a team to achieve good outcomes for children and young people. About us You will be part of a great team; see why they love working at Marshfields - 'The most encouraging environment for young people to flourish. My role as a Residential Childrens Practitioner involves supporting young peoples development and ensuring best individualised care for each person. Within our service we promote young peoples independence and social opportunities and encouraging them to reach their full potential. I work closely within the multi-agency professionals and build positive relationships with families. I enjoy being part of the network as able to use my skills and knowledge in ensuring children and young people reach their full potential to flourish regardless of their disability. Within my team we are all driven by the same aim, we are always prepared to respond to the ever-changing requirements of the role with a positive attitude. Our ethos is ensuring that children and young people with disabilities have a fun safe stay which they are respected and valued. There is never a dull moment, lots of fun, and the privilege of spending time with some inspirational young people and colleagues. I enjoy my job so much that I have worked within this service for 10 years. In addition to my job satisfaction, I benefit from having access to career development opportunities, ongoing training, pay enhancements for shift work, bank holidays and weekends, paid holidays, a pension scheme, and the many other benefits promoted with Norfolk County Council.' Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £42,463 to £46,732 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number F0040-7581 Job locations County Hall Martineau Lane Norwich Norfolk NR1 2DH Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose To provide management support to a team of staff providing residential short breaks to Children with Disabilities in accordance with legislation, Norfolk Charter for Positive Residential Childcare, Departmental policies and procedures and County priorities. With the Residential Team Manager, to create a positive environment for each young person with particular regard for their safety, health and education. To actively participate in a County approach to the planning and delivery of residential services and services for disabled children. To work with colleagues in fieldwork, family placement and community support, and colleagues in the Primary Care Trust, to provide integrated services. Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose To provide management support to a team of staff providing residential short breaks to Children with Disabilities in accordance with legislation, Norfolk Charter for Positive Residential Childcare, Departmental policies and procedures and County priorities. With the Residential Team Manager, to create a positive environment for each young person with particular regard for their safety, health and education. To actively participate in a County approach to the planning and delivery of residential services and services for disabled children. To work with colleagues in fieldwork, family placement and community support, and colleagues in the Primary Care Trust, to provide integrated services. Person Specification Experience Essential Essential Experience Ability to lead and motivate staff Ability to make effective relationships with children and act as a positive role model. Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels both orally and in writing. Good level of applied literacy and numeracy. Ability to plan and prioritise workloads. Effective interviewing skills. Ability to chair meetings effectively. Ability to maintain judgement and sustain performance when working under pressure. To demonstrate flexibility and initiative. A minimum of 5 years relevant experience of childcare work (including at least 1 year post-qualification). Knowledge and understanding of childcare law, particularly the Children Act 1989. Knowledge of child protection issues and guidance in Working Together Experience of evaluating, monitoring and developing the quality of childcare practice. Knowledge and understanding of the Warner and Utting Reports and Government policy relating to Residential Child Care. Desirable Management of staff and experience of key management functions within the childcare service. Experience of budget management. Competence in the use of Information Technology. Qualifications Essential BA (Hons) Social Work, Dip SW, C.Q.S.W; relevant nursing qualification e.g. R.M.N./R.N.L.D./OT Desirable Relevant Management Training or Qualification Health and Safety Training Recruitment and Selection Training Other Requirements Essential Provide suitable transport Own telephone Must be prepared to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays where necessary Must actively take part in the daily life of the Residential Home, to sleep-in when necessary and to be part of an out of hours rota, as required. In Children with Disabilities Short Break units where the Assistant Manager is a qualified nurse and has completed the relevant and current training, it would be expected that they will provide training to staff that meets the needs of the RCN Clinical Procedures - Royal College of Nursing Guidelines. Person Specification Experience Essential Essential Experience Ability to lead and motivate staff Ability to make effective relationships with children and act as a positive role model. Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels both orally and in writing. Good level of applied literacy and numeracy. Ability to plan and prioritise workloads. Effective interviewing skills. Ability to chair meetings effectively. Ability to maintain judgement and sustain performance when working under pressure. To demonstrate flexibility and initiative. A minimum of 5 years relevant experience of childcare work (including at least 1 year post-qualification). Knowledge and understanding of childcare law, particularly the Children Act 1989. Knowledge of child protection issues and guidance in Working Together Experience of evaluating, monitoring and developing the quality of childcare practice. Knowledge and understanding of the Warner and Utting Reports and Government policy relating to Residential Child Care. Desirable Management of staff and experience of key management functions within the childcare service. Experience of budget management. Competence in the use of Information Technology. Qualifications Essential BA (Hons) Social Work, Dip SW, C.Q.S.W; relevant nursing qualification e.g. R.M.N./R.N.L.D./OT Desirable Relevant Management Training or Qualification Health and Safety Training Recruitment and Selection Training Other Requirements Essential Provide suitable transport Own telephone Must be prepared to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays where necessary Must actively take part in the daily life of the Residential Home, to sleep-in when necessary and to be part of an out of hours rota, as required. In Children with Disabilities Short Break units where the Assistant Manager is a qualified nurse and has completed the relevant and current training, it would be expected that they will provide training to staff that meets the needs of the RCN Clinical Procedures - Royal College of Nursing Guidelines. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Norfolk County Council Address County Hall Martineau Lane Norwich Norfolk NR1 2DH Employer's website https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)