Children’s High Dependency Unit Manager

at  CareTech Group

WE HAVE A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN THE CAMBIAN GROUP IN A NEWLY ESTABLISHED MULTI SITE CAMHS CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL HOME WITH EDUCATIONAL PROVISIONS. AS A LEADER WITHIN OUR WITHIN OUR SPECIALIST MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES YOUR WILL BE A MAJOR PART IN THE TRANSFORMATION OF DELIVERY OF SERVICE AND OUR INCREDIBLE CHILDREN’S EXPERIENCES.

We are looking for a Children’s High Dependency Unit Manager to assist the Regional Manager in achieving the aims and objectives within the Statement of Purpose of the Children’s High Dependency unit.

ABOUT US

At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children’s residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE

• Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
• Qualifications: Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post.
• Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements.
• Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership.
• Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication.
• Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour.
• Driving License: Full UK required.

Please refer the Job description for details