Residential Care Lead

3 weeks ago


Downpatrick, United Kingdom Safe Places for Children UK Full time

Safe Places for Children UK is a Registered Charity founded in April 2016, dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people within the residential care industry.

The mission at Safe Places for Children UK revolves around At Safe Places, it's all about the young people.

The organisation provides care for young people who may display Challenging Behaviours, including but not limited to: Destroying Property, Absconding, Self-harming, Poor Hygiene, Fire Fascination, and Verbal aggression.

The aims and objectives at Safe Places for Children UK are to offer a model of care that focuses on providing stability and a nurturing environment that supports positive outcomes for Young People.

Job Responsibilities
  • Ensure the safety of young people, colleagues, and the public while carrying out duties and responsibilities.
  • Facilitate team meetings, case inductions, and assist in any performance issues.
  • Lead the development of staff through Professional Development Plans and Coaching.
  • Complete ongoing Risk Assessments and update Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
  • Identify and review Data Trends regarding Incident Management within the Registered Service.
  • Support the 24 Hour On-Call system on a Rota basis.
  • Lead and deliver all care aspects within the Registered Home.
  • Ensure compliance with Safe Places for Children UK and the Relevant Authorities' Policies, Procedures, Regulations, and Standards.
  • Review Daily Shift Reports and communicate critical information to the Relevant Authority.
  • Support Formal Supervision sessions and undertake Annual Yearly Appraisals.
  • Ensure the highest standards of care regarding the Children's physical, behavioral, and emotional needs.
  • Support Young People to engage with their Routine and Programme.
  • Adhere to Safe Places for Children UK Equal Opportunities Policy.
  • Demonstrate ability to independently use Microsoft Products.
  • Complete relevant history checks and have a current Full UK Driver's License.

Estimated Salary: £45,448.00 per year + Extra Shifts paid as Overtime, reflecting the requirements of this challenging role.



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