Residential Children's Home Manager Apprentice The Gateshead Group
THE GATESHEAD GROUP LTD
Gloucester, GL1 4UE
Closes in 9 days (Saturday 30 November at 11:59pm)
Posted on 21 October 2024
Contents
Summary
We are searching for someone who shares our dedication to childcare values and can ensure precise placement matching. Our focus is about creating a compassionate environment for vulnerable children. Join this passionate and innovative team committed to providing quality residential care for children aged 8-17, facing challenges.
- Annual wage
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£42,000 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
£42,000 starting wage depending on experience this can be negotiated.
- Training course
- Children, young people and families manager (level 5)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.
35 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Sunday 15 December
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- Ensure the smooth operation of the residential home in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies
- Provide guidance and support to staff members to uphold the highest standards of care for the children
- Play a pivotal role in the recruitment and onboarding of new staff members
- Contribute to ongoing training and development initiatives to enhance team skills
- Knowledge of the Children Act & Children’s Homes Regulations
Where you’ll work
1 Midland Road
Gloucester
GL1 4UE
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
THE CHILD CARE COMPANY (OLD WINDSOR) LIMITED
Your training course
Children, young people and families manager (level 5)
Equal to higher national diploma (HND)
Course contents
Your training plan
- An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
- At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
More training information
- Children, Young people and Families Manager Level 5 Apprenticeship Standard.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
Other in:
- Leadership and Management/or equivalent (grade 5)
- Residential Childcare (grade 3)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
Do you have experience working with 11-19year olds? Do you have at least 12 months management experience?
About this company
You'll receive support from an experienced director dedicated to fostering your career growth, with plans to open additional children's homes in the future.
Company benefits
Company pension. Referral programme. Free parking. Sick pay. Casual dress. Free meals. Company events. Employee mentoring programme. Full enhanced Child and Adult DBS paid for. Full training provided and induction. Support with career development.
After this apprenticeship
- Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to a permanent position and further investment in further training.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE CHILD CARE COMPANY (OLD WINDSOR) LIMITED
Zeaba Woodfield
zeaba.woodfield@thechildcarecompany.com
01753 978792
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000283036.
Apply now
Closes in 9 days (Saturday 30 November at 11:59pm)
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