Location: Fort Street Children's House, Fort Street, ML1 3RQ
Salary: £42,105 - £48,307 per year
Contract Type: Temporary
Position Type: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week
Job Overview
You will contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures and services to continue to promote good outcomes for children and their families who experience residential child care. You will be part of the management team of a designated children’s house and will contribute to the development of the residential child care service as a whole in line with the Plan for North Lanarkshire Council, the Corporate Parenting Strategy and Improvement Plan and the Education & Families Improvement Plan.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead practice to deliver improved positive outcomes for children and young people.
2. Support North Lanarkshire fulfil its commitment to keep The Promise.
3. Involve children and young people in developing services and approaches around their needs.
Minimum Requirements
An SVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent, which would enable registration with the SSSC along with extended experience in a management post in residential child care is essential. This includes experience of service and staff management and in producing reports and assessments. You should also have a developed understanding of childcare procedures and practice in line with the Child’s Plan and Corporate Parenting Strategy and Improvement Plan.
Skills and Competencies
We need someone who can demonstrate developed interpersonal skills with the ability to engage, actively listen, question, consult, challenge appropriately and has a direct commitment to improve outcomes for children and young people. You should also have a clear understanding and empathy to the needs of Looked After and Care experienced children and young people.
You will be required to become a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to commencing in this role and you must be registered or eligible for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
Additional Information
This position is temporary for a period until 31/08/2025.
If you’re considering a career with us, you’ll be keen to know what’s in it for you. We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays, and a wide range of benefits available to you. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to #KeepingThePromise. This means that if you have ever been in care, you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
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