Head of Care
Join Our Team as Head of Care!
Company: North Lakes Children's Services
Location: Carlisle
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)
Specific Hours: 40 hours per week
Responsible To: Operations Directors and Responsible Individuals
Who Are We?
At North Lakes Children's Services, we are passionate about transforming the lives of boys aged 6-18 through therapeutic residential care and education. Our mission is to enhance resilience, self-esteem, and life outcomes for the young people we support. We are on the lookout for an experienced Head of Care to lead our dedicated team and oversee all our services.
Why Join Us?
We believe in taking care of our team just as much as we take care of our children. Here’s what we offer:
- 🌟 30 days annual leave to recharge and refresh
- 💼 Company pension scheme for your future
- 🛍️ Employee Discount Scheme with a variety of retail discounts
- 💚 Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- 🎉 Enhanced pay for Christmas Day and New Year's Day
- ⏳ Opportunities for overtime
- 📈 Clear career progression pathways
- 📚 Comprehensive annual training in areas like Child Development and Therapeutic Parenting
Your Role
As the Head of Care, you will be at the forefront of our mission, providing professional leadership and management across all our children's homes. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring the safety and developmental progress of our children and young people.
- Fostering positive relationships with parents, professional partners, and other agencies.
- Creating an environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
- Supporting the commercial growth and sustainability of our services.
- Engaging strategically with other departments to continuously enhance our offerings.
- Leading, motivating, and developing a passionate staff team.
- Representing North Lakes Children's Services professionally within the community.
About You
We are looking for someone who is not just qualified, but also deeply committed to making a difference. Here’s what you’ll need:
- A recognized social work qualification (e.g., QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management).
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory role.
- A positive, non-judgmental attitude and a commitment to high standards of professional practice.
- Thorough knowledge of Children's Home legislation and safeguarding protocols.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills with excellent communication abilities.
- A valid driving license and access to a car with business insurance.
Join Us in Making a Difference!
At North Lakes Children's Services, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will undergo thorough reference checks, including an enhanced DBS, as safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.
If you’re ready to take on this rewarding challenge and lead a team dedicated to making a real impact, we want to hear from you!
